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Simon vs Graham

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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Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Simon Rank #251
Graham Rank #129

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Graham more popular?

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Graham mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Simon and Graham boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.

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