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Simon vs Barrett

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

Simon Rank #251
Barrett Rank #186

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Barrett more popular?

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Barrett mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Simon and Barrett boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Barrett is primarily a boy name.

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