"one who hears, listening"
Origin: Hebrew via French
Language: French
Simone
Pronunciation: [ s-ihm-OHN ]
Girl Name
#1,040 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A French classic worn by philosophers and champions
French
Italian
Brazilian
Jewish
Classic
Elegant
Sophisticated
Strong
Meaning & Origin
"God has heard"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
The Story of Simone
Simone is the French feminine form of Simon, itself derived from the Hebrew name Shimon, from shama meaning to hear. The name has ancient roots in the Hebrew Bible, borne by one of Jacob's twelve sons. French philosopher Simone de Beauvoir transformed the name into a symbol of intellectual courage, and gymnast Simone Biles has given it a modern association with athletic greatness.
Simone enjoyed its peak popularity in France and French-speaking countries in the mid-20th century, partly through the influence of Simone de Beauvoir and actress Simone Signoret. The name saw renewed international attention as Simone Biles dominated gymnastics from 2013 onward.
In France, Simone is associated with two towering figures: philosopher-feminist Simone de Beauvoir and actress Simone Signoret. The name carries intellectual and artistic weight in French culture.
Fun Facts
- Simone de Beauvoir's The Second Sex (1949) is one of the founding texts of modern feminist philosophy
- Simone Biles has a gymnastics move named after her — The Biles — a double-layout half-out dismount
Simone in Other Languages
German
Simone
Hebrew
שִׁמְעוֹן
Italian
Simona
Spanish
Simona
Portuguese
Simone
Famous People Named Simone
S
Simone Biles
Athlete
1997
American gymnast, most decorated in history with 30+ World Championship and Olympic medals
S
Simone Signoret
Actor
1921
French actress and first French person to win an Academy Award for Best Actress (Room at the Top, 1960)
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Simone de Beauvoir
Writer
1908
French existentialist philosopher and feminist author of The Second Sex
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,040
- Total SSA Count
- 241
- Cultural Origins
- French Italian Brazilian Jewish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Sim
Mona
Pairs Well With
Simone Grace
Simone Marie
Simone Claire
Simone Louise
Simone Elise
Simone Renee
Simone Vivienne
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Simone is also used as a boy name, ranked #20129.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Simone
What does the name Simone mean?
"one who hears, listening" (from Hebrew via French). "God has heard" (from Hebrew). Simone is the French feminine form of Simon, itself derived from the Hebrew name Shimon, from shama meaning to hear. The name has ancient roots in the Hebrew Bible, borne by one of Jacob's twelve sons. French philosopher Simone de Beauvoir transformed the name into a symbol of intellectual courage, and gymnast Simone Biles has given it a modern association with athletic greatness.
What is the origin of the name Simone?
Simone has Hebrew via French, Hebrew, French, Italian, Brazilian, and Jewish origins. In Hebrew via French, it means "one who hears, listening". In Hebrew, it means "God has heard".
Is Simone a boy or girl name?
Simone is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1040. As a boy name, it is ranked #20129. Simone is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Simone?
Simone is pronounced s-ihm-OHN.
How popular is the name Simone?
Simone is currently ranked #1040 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Simone?
Common nicknames for Simone include Sim and Mona.
What are good middle names for Simone?
Popular middle name pairings include Simone Grace, Simone Marie, Simone Claire, Simone Louise, Simone Elise, Simone Renee, and Simone Vivienne.
What are good sibling names for Simone?
Names that pair well with Simone as siblings include Celeste, Margot, Dominique, Marcel, Andre, Nicolette, Chloe, and Renee.
How many syllables does Simone have?
Simone has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Simone a common or rare name?
Simone is an uncommon name, ranked #1040 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Simone
Simone is a girl name with French, Italian, Brazilian, and Jewish origins . The name means "one who hears, listening" in Hebrew via French .
Is Simone a boy or girl name? Simone is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,040 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,129. Simone is more commonly used as a girl name.
Simone is currently ranked #1,040 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Simone has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-ihm-OHN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Simone include Sim and Mona. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Simone include Simona . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.