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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHI-mon /ˈʃɪ.mɒn/
Origin: Hebrew; Polish
Meaning: Hebrew: 'he has heard'; Polish: variant of Simon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Szymon is of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Shim'on, which means "he has heard." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Shim'on is one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and thus a significant figure in Jewish history. The name transitioned into Greek as Simon, which was used in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures, and later into Latin as Simon as well.
The name made its way into Old French and eventually into English, maintaining its form throughout these linguistic changes. Historically, the name Simon has been borne by several notable figures, including Simon Peter, one of Jesus Christ's apostles, who is often regarded as the first Pope in Christian tradition.
His prominence is highlighted in various biblical texts, including the New Testament, where he plays a crucial role in the early Christian church. The name Simon also appears in the context of saints, such as Saint Simon the Zealot, one of the twelve apostles, and Saint Simon of Jerusalem, who is recognized in various Christian traditions.
Culturally, the name Szymon has resonated within Jewish and Christian communities, symbolizing faith and divine listening. In Poland and other Slavic countries, Szymon is a common variant of Simon, reflecting the name's adaptation into different linguistic and cultural contexts.
The name has been associated with various historical figures and saints, contributing to its enduring presence in religious and cultural narratives. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Szymek are used affectionately, showcasing the name's versatility and warmth in personal relationships.
Famous people named Szymon
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Szymon Marciniak is a football referee best known for officiating matches in the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA World Cup.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Szymon was first seen in the United States in 1991.
Szymon has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Illinois, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Szymon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Szymon 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 Szymon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Szymon (2019)
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.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
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 Szymon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2007 | 38 |
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |