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Kingston 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

Kingston Rank #178
Simon Rank #251

Kingston is more popular, ranked #178 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston or Simon more popular?

Kingston is more popular, ranked #178 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Kingston and Simon mean?

Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kingston and Simon boy or girl names?

Kingston is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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