Simeon vs Marcellus

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
Marcellus Rank #951

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 vs #1142 for Simeon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simeon or Marcellus more popular?

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 compared to Simeon at #1142 in the United States.

What do Simeon and Marcellus mean?

Simeon means "one who hears, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Marcellus means "little warrior, young Mars" (Latin origin).

Are Simeon and Marcellus boy or girl names?

Simeon is primarily a boy name. Marcellus is primarily a boy name.

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