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Simon vs Hayden

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
Hayden Rank #154

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Hayden more popular?

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Hayden mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Hayden means "hay valley, hedged valley" (Old English origin).

Are Simon and Hayden boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Hayden is primarily a boy name.

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