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Simon vs Sawyer

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
Sawyer Rank #132

Sawyer is more popular, ranked #132 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Sawyer more popular?

Sawyer is more popular, ranked #132 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Sawyer mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Sawyer means "one who saws wood" (Middle English origin).

Are Simon and Sawyer boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Sawyer is primarily a boy name.

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