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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SEH-mee-on /ˈsɛm.i.ɒn/
Origin: Hebrew; Russian
Meaning: Hebrew: 'he has heard'; Russian: 'peaceful'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Semion has its roots in the Hebrew name שמעון (Shimon), which means "he has heard" or "God has heard." This name was transliterated into Greek as Σιμων (Simon), which then passed into Latin as Simon. The name Semion is a variant that reflects the Slavic adaptation of Simon, particularly in Eastern European contexts.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Latin form, particularly during the periods of Christianization in the early medieval era, when biblical names became prevalent in various cultures, including English-speaking regions. Historically, the name Simon is significant in biblical texts, notably as the name of one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, Simon Peter, who is a central figure in Christianity.
The name appears in various forms in the New Testament, which was translated into English in the 17th century with the King James Bible, further solidifying its presence in Christian tradition. Throughout the centuries, Simon has been borne by numerous saints and historical figures, contributing to its enduring legacy in religious and cultural contexts.
Culturally, the name Semion, while less common than its variants, carries with it the weight of its biblical heritage and the associations of faith and divine listening. In Slavic cultures, names derived from biblical origins often reflect a deep connection to religious identity and heritage.
The diminutive form, Semka, can also be found in some cultures, illustrating the name's adaptability and resonance within familial and social structures. Thus, Semion embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution, historical significance, and cultural depth.
Famous people named Semion
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Semion Mogilevich is a businessman best known for being a reputed organized crime figure and alleged leader of the Russian mafia.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Semion was first seen in the United States in 2015.
Semion has ranked as high as #1389 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Semion has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Semion is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Semion was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Semion
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Semion.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 5 |