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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SY-mun //ˈsaɪ.mən//
Origin: Greek; Hebrew
Meaning: Greek: he has heard; Hebrew: the Lord has heard
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Symon is derived from the Hebrew name Shim'on, which means "he has heard." This name appears in the Old Testament, where it is associated with one of the twelve tribes of Israel, specifically Simeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah. The Hebrew Shim'on was transliterated into Greek as Simon (Σίμων) in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, which dates back to the 3rd century BCE.
The name subsequently made its way into Latin as Simon, which was then adopted into Old French as Simon, before entering the English language as Symon, particularly in the medieval period. Throughout history, the name has been borne by various notable figures, including Simon Peter, one of Jesus Christ's apostles, who is often regarded as the first pope in Roman Catholic tradition.
His prominence in early Christianity, especially through the New Testament writings, solidified the name's significance in Christian contexts. The name appears in various forms in different cultures, such as Simon in English and French, and Szymon in Polish, reflecting its widespread use across Europe.
Culturally, the name Symon has been associated with themes of faith and listening, resonating with its etymological roots. In medieval Europe, the name was often linked to saints, including Saint Simon, one of the apostles, whose feast day is celebrated in various Christian traditions.
The name has also been used in literature and historical texts, contributing to its enduring presence in various cultures. Diminutive forms such as Sim or Simo have emerged in different languages, adding to the name's versatility and appeal throughout the centuries.
Famous people named Symon
In this section, you will find notable people named Symon. 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 Symon who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Symon Hill is an author and activist best known for his books on social justice and political issues.
Symon K. is a musician best known for his work in the electronic music genre.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Symon was first seen in the United States in 1977.
Symon has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Symon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Symon 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 Symon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Symon
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 Symon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |