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Simon vs Jonathan

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
Jonathan Rank #83

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Jonathan more popular?

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Jonathan mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin).

Are Simon and Jonathan boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Jonathan is primarily a boy name.

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