Symeon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SIM-ee-on /ˈsɪmiən/
Origin: Hebrew; Greek
Meaning: Hebrew: 'he has heard'; Greek: 'to hear'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Symeon has its roots in the Hebrew name שִׁמְעוֹן (Shim'on), which means "he has heard" or "God has heard." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably borne by one of the twelve sons of Jacob, who is the progenitor of the tribe of Simeon. The name was subsequently adopted into Greek as Συμεών (Symeon), which was used in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures, in the 3rd century BCE.
From Greek, it transitioned into Latin as Symeon, maintaining its form and meaning, before entering Old French and eventually becoming established in Middle English as Symeon. Historically, the name Symeon has been borne by several notable figures, including Saint Symeon, who is recognized in Christian tradition as a righteous man who prophesied about Jesus during the Presentation at the Temple, as described in the Gospel of Luke, around the 1st century CE.
The name also appears in various ecclesiastical texts and hagiographies throughout the Middle Ages, further solidifying its significance within Christian communities. The Vulgate, a late 4th-century Latin translation of the Bible, also features the name, contributing to its prominence in religious contexts.
Culturally, Symeon has been associated with themes of faith and divine communication, reflecting its etymological roots. The name has been used in various forms of literature and art throughout the centuries, often symbolizing wisdom and the fulfillment of prophecy.
In addition to its biblical connections, the name has seen variations such as Simeon, which has also been widely used across different cultures. The enduring legacy of Symeon can be attributed to its deep historical roots and its resonance within religious traditions, making it a name of considerable cultural and historical significance.
Famous people named Symeon
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Symeon the Stylite is a Christian ascetic best known for living on a pillar for 37 years, influencing monasticism and spirituality in the early Christian church.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Symeon was first seen in the United States in 1975.
Symeon has ranked as high as #13619 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Symeon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Symeon 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 Symeon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Symeon.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | 8 |
| 2024 | 13 | 13 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 | 8 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 | 11 |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 12 | 12 |
| 2010 | 6 | 6 |
| 2009 | 10 | 10 |
| 2008 | 8 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 | 9 |
| 2005 | 8 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 2003 | 10 | 10 |
| 2000 | 13 | 13 |
| 1999 | 8 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Symeon
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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