Shimon vs Ben

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ben

Boy #802 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew German Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#802
Total SSA Count
313
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shimon Rank #935
Ben Rank #802

Ben is more popular, ranked #802 vs #935 for Shimon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shimon or Ben more popular?

Ben is more popular, ranked #802 compared to Shimon at #935 in the United States.

What do Shimon and Ben mean?

Shimon means "he who hears, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Ben means "short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand" (Hebrew origin).

Are Shimon and Ben boy or girl names?

Shimon is primarily a boy name. Ben is primarily a boy name.

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