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Simon vs Grant

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
Grant Rank #241

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Grant more popular?

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Grant mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin).

Are Simon and Grant boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Grant is primarily a boy name.

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