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Simon vs Sterling

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
Sterling Rank #373

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #373 for Sterling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Sterling more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Sterling at #373 in the United States.

What do Simon and Sterling mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin).

Are Simon and Sterling boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Sterling is primarily a boy name.

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