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Simon vs Sullivan

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
Sullivan Rank #340

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Sullivan more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Simon and Sullivan mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Simon and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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