Simona Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsi-MOH-nah / sɪˈmoʊ.nəLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: 'hearkening'; Italian: 'the one who is heard'
Historical & Cultural Background
Simona is derived from the Latin name Simon, which means 'to hear'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy, where it is a feminine form of Simon. The name has historical significance in Christian traditions, as Simon was one of the apostles. Over time, Simona has gained popularity in various countries, reflecting a blend of traditional and modern influences.
Trend Summary
Simona has seen a steady presence in baby name rankings in the U.S., though it remains less common than its variant Simone.
Similar Names
Variants
- Simone
- Simmy
International Variants
- Simona (Italian)
- Simone (French)
- Simona (Spanish)
- Simona (Portuguese)
Famous people named Simona
Simona Halep is a professional tennis player from Romania, known for winning multiple Grand Slam titles.
Simona de Silvestro is a Swiss racing driver who has competed in various motorsport series, including IndyCar.
Simona Bălănescu is a Romanian actress recognized for her roles in both film and theater.
Simona Gherghe is a Romanian television presenter and journalist, known for her work on various entertainment programs.
Fictional characters named Simona
Simona is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Simona is featured in the book 'The Girl Who Drank the Moon' by Kelly Barnhill, where she plays a significant role in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Simona was first seen in the United States in 1883. Simona has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Simona has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Simona (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 9 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 14 |
| 1912 | 16 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 23 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 27 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 30 |
| 1922 | 33 |
| 1923 | 23 |
| 1924 | 32 |
| 1925 | 38 |
| 1926 | 26 |
| 1927 | 35 |
| 1928 | 30 |
| 1929 | 36 |
| 1930 | 27 |
| 1931 | 21 |
| 1932 | 30 |
| 1933 | 23 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 20 |
| 1936 | 28 |
| 1937 | 21 |
| 1938 | 22 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 18 |
| 1941 | 23 |
| 1942 | 19 |
| 1943 | 23 |
| 1944 | 27 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 25 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 26 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 22 |
| 1967 | 39 |
| 1968 | 36 |
| 1969 | 43 |
| 1970 | 51 |
| 1971 | 58 |
| 1972 | 54 |
| 1973 | 45 |
| 1974 | 50 |
| 1975 | 49 |
| 1976 | 43 |
| 1977 | 43 |
| 1978 | 51 |
| 1979 | 41 |
| 1980 | 47 |
| 1981 | 47 |
| 1982 | 43 |
| 1983 | 35 |
| 1984 | 47 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1989 | 44 |
| 1990 | 38 |
| 1991 | 39 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 44 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1998 | 45 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 55 |
| 2004 | 49 |
| 2005 | 65 |
| 2006 | 45 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 62 |
| 2009 | 52 |
| 2010 | 54 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 56 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2015 | 56 |
| 2016 | 60 |
| 2017 | 58 |
| 2018 | 61 |
| 2019 | 55 |
| 2020 | 57 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 57 |