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Simon vs Malachi

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
Malachi Rank #149

Malachi is more popular, ranked #149 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Malachi more popular?

Malachi is more popular, ranked #149 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Malachi mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Malachi means "messenger of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Simon and Malachi boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Malachi is primarily a boy name.

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