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Simon vs Benson

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
Benson Rank #436

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #436 for Benson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Benson more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Benson at #436 in the United States.

What do Simon and Benson mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Benson means "son of Benedict/Benjamin" (English origin).

Are Simon and Benson boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Benson is primarily a boy name.

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