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Kian vs Simon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kian Rank #417
Simon Rank #251

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #417 for Kian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kian or Simon more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Kian at #417 in the United States.

What do Kian and Simon mean?

Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kian and Simon boy or girl names?

Kian is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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