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Simon vs Hunter

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
Hunter Rank #128

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Hunter more popular?

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Hunter mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Hunter means "one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Simon and Hunter boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Hunter is primarily a boy name.

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