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Simon vs Justin

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
Justin Rank #199

Justin is more popular, ranked #199 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Justin more popular?

Justin is more popular, ranked #199 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Justin mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Justin means "just, righteous" (Latin origin).

Are Simon and Justin boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Justin is primarily a boy name.

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