Simeon
Simeon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪ.mi.ən/
Meaning and origin of Simeon
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Middle English Simeon, from Latin Simeon, from Ancient Greek Σῠμεών (Sŭmeṓn), from Biblical Hebrew שִׁמְעוֹן (šimʿôn, “hearkening, listening”), originally referring to Simeon, a son of Jacob. Doublet of Simon.
How popular is Simeon?
Since 1880, 25 girls and 9,462 boys in the U.S. have been named Simeon (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #11048 in 1977. Its highest rank for boys was #360 in 1880. In 2025, 197 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Simeon FAQ
What does the name Simeon mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. From Middle English Simeon, from Latin Simeon, from Ancient Greek Σῠμεών (Sŭmeṓn), from Biblical Hebrew שִׁמְעוֹן (šimʿôn, “hearkening, listening”), originally referring to Simeon, a son of Jacob. Doublet of Simon.
What is the origin of the name Simeon?
Simeon is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Simeon?
Since 1880, 25 girls and 9,462 boys in the U.S. have been named Simeon (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #11048 in 1977. Its highest rank for boys was #360 in 1880. In 2025, 197 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Simeon a boy or girl name?
Simeon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 25 girls and 9,462 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.