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Solomon vs Simon

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

Solomon Rank #418
Simon Rank #251

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #418 for Solomon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Solomon or Simon more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Solomon at #418 in the United States.

What do Solomon and Simon mean?

Solomon means "man of peace" (Hebrew origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Solomon and Simon boy or girl names?

Solomon is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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