Simmie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSIM-ee / ˈsɪmiEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Simon; Hebrew: He has heard
Historical & Cultural Background
Simmie is often considered a diminutive form of Simon, which has biblical roots. The name Simon has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to its association with one of Jesus' apostles. Simmie may also reflect a trend in English-speaking countries to create affectionate or informal versions of traditional names. Its usage as a standalone name is less common, but it carries a friendly and approachable connotation.
Trend Summary
The name Simmie has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often appearing as a diminutive rather than a standalone name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sim
- Simmy
International Variants
- Simón (Spanish)
- Simeon (Greek)
- Shimon (Hebrew)
Famous people named Simmie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Simmie was first seen in the United States in 1884. Simmie has ranked as high as #840 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Simmie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Simmie (1956)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 | |
| AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 22 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 33 |
| 1919 | 22 |
| 1920 | 26 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 19 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 29 |
| 1928 | 19 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 24 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 27 |
| 1944 | 21 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 20 |
| 1947 | 23 |
| 1948 | 21 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 22 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |