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Simon vs Colton

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
Colton Rank #98

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Colton more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Colton mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin).

Are Simon and Colton boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Colton is primarily a boy name.

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