Sim
Sim: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪm/
Meaning and origin of Sim
- A male given name, diminutive of Simeon and Simon.
- A Scottish surname transferred from the given name derived from the given name.
Etymology
From Middle English Sym, diminutive of Simeon and Simon.
How popular is Sim?
Since 1880, 1,933 boys in the U.S. have been named Sim. Its highest rank for boys was #305 in 1882. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Sim FAQ
What does the name Sim mean?
A male given name, diminutive of Simeon and Simon. A Scottish surname transferred from the given name derived from the given name. From Middle English Sym, diminutive of Simeon and Simon.
What is the origin of the name Sim?
Sim is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Sim?
Since 1880, 1,933 boys in the U.S. have been named Sim. Its highest rank for boys was #305 in 1882. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Sim a boy or girl name?
Sim is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,933 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.