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Simon vs Steven

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
Steven Rank #269

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #269 for Steven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Steven more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Simon and Steven mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Simon and Steven boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.

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