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Simon vs Lawson

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
Lawson Rank #416

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #416 for Lawson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Lawson more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Lawson at #416 in the United States.

What do Simon and Lawson mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Lawson means "son of Lawrence" (Old English origin).

Are Simon and Lawson boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Lawson is primarily a boy name.

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