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Simon vs Raymond

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
Raymond Rank #380

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #380 for Raymond.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Raymond more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do Simon and Raymond mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Simon and Raymond boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Raymond is primarily a boy name.

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