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Simon vs Matteo

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
Matteo Rank #138

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Matteo more popular?

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Matteo mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Matteo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin).

Are Simon and Matteo boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Matteo is primarily a boy name.

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