Simmon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSIM-on / ˈsɪmənHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'he has heard'; English: diminutive of Simon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Simmon is derived from the Hebrew name Shimon, which means 'he has heard.' It is often considered a variant or diminutive of Simon, a name with biblical roots. In English-speaking countries, Simmon has been used as a less common alternative to Simon. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
Simmon has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Simmons
International Variants
- Simón (Spanish)
- Simeon (Greek)
- Shimon (Hebrew)
Famous people named Simmon
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Simmon was first seen in the United States in 1930. Simmon has ranked as high as #1219 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Simmon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Simmon
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |