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Theodore 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

Theodore Rank #4
Simon Rank #251

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Simon more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Simon mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Theodore and Simon boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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