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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: si-MOHN //sɪˈmoʊn//
Origin: French; Hebrew
Meaning: French: 'hearkening'; Hebrew: 'the one who hears'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Simmone is a variant of the name Simone, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Shim'on, meaning "he has heard." This name was adopted into Greek as Simon, and subsequently into Latin as Simonis. The name made its way into Old French as Simon, which later evolved into Simone in the French language.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where many Old French names were integrated into the English lexicon. Simmone, as a feminine form, emerged as a derivative of Simone, particularly in the 20th century, reflecting a trend towards gender-specific adaptations of traditionally masculine names.
Historically, the name Simon has been significant in various contexts, notably in the Christian tradition. Simon Peter, one of Jesus Christ's apostles, is a prominent biblical figure, and his name has been carried through centuries in various forms.
The name appears in significant religious texts, including the King James Bible, which was published in 1611, further solidifying its presence in Christian nomenclature. Additionally, the name has been borne by various saints and notable historical figures, contributing to its enduring legacy.
Culturally, names like Simmone carry connotations of strength and resilience, often associated with the idea of being heard or acknowledged. In literature and the arts, variations of the name have been used to evoke themes of identity and personal agency.
The name's feminine form, Simmone, may also resonate with contemporary movements towards gender equality and empowerment, as it offers a distinct identity while maintaining a connection to its historical roots. This adaptability has allowed Simmone to find a place within various cultural narratives, ensuring its relevance across different eras.
Famous people named Simmone
In this section, you will find notable people named Simmone. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Simmone who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Simmone Jade Mackinnon is an actress best known for Baywatch, The Last Resort, and The Night Before Christmas.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Simmone was first seen in the United States in 1966.
Simmone has ranked as high as #1184 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Simmone has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Simmone 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 Simmone was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Simmone
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 Simmone.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |