Shimon vs Jethro

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shimon Rank #935
Jethro Rank #1,082

Shimon is more popular, ranked #935 vs #1082 for Jethro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shimon or Jethro more popular?

Shimon is more popular, ranked #935 compared to Jethro at #1082 in the United States.

What do Shimon and Jethro mean?

Shimon means "he who hears, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Shimon and Jethro boy or girl names?

Shimon is primarily a boy name. Jethro is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons