Simon

Meaning he has heard, listening
Origin Hebrew
Gender Boy
Popularity Popular
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Si-mon

About Simon

Solid, reliable, and remarkably enduring—this classic has weathered centuries without losing relevance or appeal. Simon possesses that rare quality of feeling simultaneously traditional and fresh, never quite tipping into overly common territory despite consistent usage. The name carries biblical and historical weight without feeling religious or dated, offering substance that parents seeking meaningful choices appreciate. Its two-syllable simplicity belies surprising versatility, adapting to various cultural contexts while maintaining its essential character. Simon works beautifully across age ranges, suiting a toddler as naturally as a CEO. The strong consonant sounds create clarity in pronunciation across accents and languages, eliminating confusion. Parents often note how the name feels approachable yet distinguished, friendly yet professional. Its literary and cultural associations span centuries, providing depth without pretension. Simon represents that sweet spot in naming—recognizable without being overused, classic without feeling stuffy, simple without being simplistic. For families seeking a name with proven staying power that won't feel trendy or dated regardless of when they're using it, few choices offer this level of timeless reliability.

Variations of Name Simon

Simeon
Simão
Simo
Siôn

Nicknames for Simon

Si
Sim
Simo
Sy
Simon

Famous People Named Simon

Simon CowellEnglish television personality and music producer
Simon BakerAustralian actor
Simon PeggBritish actor and comedian
Simon HelbergAmerican actor known for his role in "The Big Bang Theory"
Simon Le BonLead singer of the band Duran Duran
Simon BolivarVenezuelan military and political leader
Simon RattleBritish conductor
Simon YamHong Kong actor
Simon AmmannSwiss Olympic ski jumper
Simon YatesBritish professional road racing cyclist
Simon CallowBritish actor
Simon MignoletBelgian professional footballer
Simon QuartermanBritish actor known for his role in "Westworld"
Simon van der MeerDutch physicist and Nobel laureate
Simon GreenallEnglish actor and voice artist
Simon O'BrienAustralian television presenter
Simon KirkeEnglish rock drummer, member of the band Free
Simon WestonWelsh veteran and author
Simon PreenBritish fashion designer
Simon TownshendEnglish musician, brother of Pete Townshend from The Who

Characters Named Simon

Simon BelmontProtagonist of the "Castlevania" video game series
Simon TemplarProtagonist of the "Saint" book series
Simon SnowMain character in the book series "Carry On" by Rainbow Rowell
Simon LewisCharacter in "The Mortal Instruments" book series by Cassandra Clare
Simon JarrettProtagonist of the video game "Soma"
Simon TamCharacter in the TV series "Firefly"
Simon PetrikovIce King - Character in the TV series "Adventure Time"
Simon SpierMain character in the book "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
Simon SkinnerCharacter in the movie "Hot Fuzz"
Simon BanksCharacter in the TV series "Criminal Minds"
Simon McGrathCharacter in the TV series "The Mentalist"
Simon MaldonadoCharacter in the movie "Baby Driver"
Simon BellamyCharacter in the TV series "Misfits"
Simon CamdenCharacter in the TV series "7th Heaven"
Simon BrownCharacter in the movie "Four Weddings and a Funeral"
Simon MillerCharacter in the movie "Surviving Christmas"
Simon BirchProtagonist of the movie "Simon Birch"
Simon AdebisiCharacter in the TV series "Oz"
Simon FitzgeraldCharacter in the TV series "Scandal"
Simon LynchCharacter in the movie "The Butterfly Effect"

Other Popular Names Beginning with S

Steven
Shepard
Samuel
Said
Santino
Skyler
Steve
Sora
Syed
Sidney