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Simon vs Damian

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
Damian Rank #110

Damian is more popular, ranked #110 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Damian more popular?

Damian is more popular, ranked #110 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Damian mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Damian means "master, conqueror" (Greek origin).

Are Simon and Damian boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Damian is primarily a boy name.

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