"he who hears, God has heard"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Shimon
Pronunciation: [ sh-EEM-ohn ]
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The Story of Shimon
Shimon is the original Hebrew form of Simon, from the root 'shama,' meaning 'to hear.' The biblical explanation of the name (Genesis 29:33) is 'God has heard' — Leah named her son Shimon because she believed God had heard her prayers. Shimon was one of the twelve sons of Jacob/Israel, making it one of the foundational names of the Israelite tribes. Its Greek form Simeon became Simon in Latin, spreading across the Christian world.
Shimon remains primarily used in Israeli, Jewish, and Orthodox communities. It has been popular in Israel for decades, associated with prominent Israeli leaders including Shimon Peres. The Ashkenazi Jewish tradition of naming children after ancestors has kept Shimon in continuous use.
Shimon is one of the twelve tribes of Israel — the tribe of Simeon. It carries immense weight in Jewish tradition. Shimon Peres was a founding father of Israel and served as both Prime Minister and President. Shimon bar Yochai is a revered sage whose tomb at Meron is a major pilgrimage site.
Historical Record
Shimon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 5,236 babies have been named Shimon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shimon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #935 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Shimon Peres served as both Prime Minister and President of Israel and won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1994
- The tribe of Simeon is one of the twelve tribes of Israel
- Shimon bar Yochai, credited with authoring the Zohar (Kabbalah's foundational text), is buried at Mount Meron
Shimon in Other Languages
Greek
Συμεών
Latin
Simeon
Arabic
شمعون
Hebrew
שִׁמְעוֹן
English
Simon
Popularity Over Time
#935
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Shimon
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Shimon Peres
Politician
1923
Israeli statesman who served as Prime Minister and President of Israel and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1994
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Shimon bar Yochai
Religious
2nd-century Talmudic sage credited with authoring the Zohar, the foundational text of Kabbalah
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #935
- Total SSA Count
- 247
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Israeli Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Shim
Moni
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shimon
What does the name Shimon mean?
"he who hears, God has heard" (from Hebrew). Shimon is the original Hebrew form of Simon, from the root 'shama,' meaning 'to hear.' The biblical explanation of the name (Genesis 29:33) is 'God has heard' — Leah named her son Shimon because she believed God had heard her prayers. Shimon was one of the twelve sons of Jacob/Israel, making it one of the foundational names of the Israelite tribes. Its Greek form Simeon became Simon in Latin, spreading across the Christian world.
What is the origin of the name Shimon?
Shimon has Hebrew, Jewish, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "he who hears, God has heard".
Is Shimon a boy or girl name?
Shimon is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Shimon?
Shimon is pronounced sh-EEM-ohn.
How popular is the name Shimon?
Shimon is currently ranked #935 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shimon?
Common nicknames for Shimon include Shim and Moni.
What are good middle names for Shimon?
Popular middle name pairings include Shimon Ben, Shimon Levi, Shimon Yosef, Shimon Ari, Shimon Elan, and Shimon David.
What are good sibling names for Shimon?
Names that pair well with Shimon as siblings include Rivka, Devorah, Yaakov, Miriam, Noam, and Tamar.
How many syllables does Shimon have?
Shimon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Shimon a common or rare name?
Shimon is moderately common, ranked #935 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Shimon
Shimon is a boy name with Jewish, Israeli, and Hebrew origins . The name means "he who hears, God has heard" in Hebrew .
Shimon is currently ranked #935 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Shimon has 2 syllables and is pronounced sh-EEM-ohn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Shimon include Shim and Moni. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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