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Simon vs Julius

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
Julius Rank #390

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #390 for Julius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Julius more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Julius at #390 in the United States.

What do Simon and Julius mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Simon and Julius boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Julius is primarily a boy name.

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