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Simon vs Mathias

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
Mathias Rank #338

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #338 for Mathias.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Mathias more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Mathias at #338 in the United States.

What do Simon and Mathias mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Mathias means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Simon and Mathias boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Mathias is primarily a boy name.

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