Simeon vs Benaiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simeon

Boy #1,142 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"one who hears, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Greek Slavic Eastern Orthodox

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,142
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Simeon Rank #1,142
Benaiah Rank #1,286

Simeon is more popular, ranked #1142 vs #1286 for Benaiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simeon or Benaiah more popular?

Simeon is more popular, ranked #1142 compared to Benaiah at #1286 in the United States.

What do Simeon and Benaiah mean?

Simeon means "one who hears, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Benaiah means "God has built, Yahweh has built" (Hebrew origin).

Are Simeon and Benaiah boy or girl names?

Simeon is primarily a boy name. Benaiah is primarily a boy name.

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