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Simon vs Jude

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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Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Simon Rank #251
Jude Rank #156

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Jude more popular?

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Jude mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin).

Are Simon and Jude boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Jude is primarily a boy name.

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