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Simon vs Xavier

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
Xavier Rank #102

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Xavier more popular?

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Xavier mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin).

Are Simon and Xavier boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Xavier is primarily a boy name.

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