Shimon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHEE-mohn / ˈʃiːmɒnHebrew
Meaning
He has heard
Historical & Cultural Background
Shimon is a Hebrew name derived from the root 'shama', meaning 'to hear'. It is often associated with the biblical figure Simeon, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name has been used in various forms throughout Jewish history and remains popular in modern times.
Trend Summary
Shimon has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains less common compared to similar names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shim
- Shimeon
International Variants
- Simeon (English)
- Simão (Portuguese)
- Simeone (Italian)
- Shimon (Yiddish)
Famous people named Shimon
Shimon Peres was an Israeli statesman who served as Prime Minister and President of Israel.
Shimon Bar Yochai was a prominent rabbi and a key figure in Jewish mysticism.
Shimon Posen is a notable Israeli artist known for his contemporary works.
Shimon Cohen is a recognized Israeli author and historian.
Fictional characters named Shimon
Shimon is a character in the anime series 'Naruto', known for his strategic mind.
Shimon is featured in the video game 'Final Fantasy', serving as a wise mentor to the protagonist.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shimon was first seen in the United States in 1947. Shimon has ranked as high as #1113 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Shimon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shimon (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 171 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1947 | 5 |
1954 | 5 |
1955 | 6 |
1956 | 6 |
1957 | 7 |
1958 | 8 |
1959 | 8 |
1960 | 6 |
1961 | 11 |
1963 | 11 |
1964 | 8 |
1965 | 5 |
1966 | 8 |
1967 | 8 |
1968 | 8 |
1969 | 11 |
1970 | 15 |
1971 | 10 |
1972 | 12 |
1973 | 10 |
1974 | 22 |
1975 | 27 |
1976 | 23 |
1977 | 22 |
1978 | 31 |
1979 | 26 |
1980 | 27 |
1981 | 21 |
1982 | 30 |
1983 | 17 |
1984 | 38 |
1985 | 47 |
1986 | 40 |
1987 | 39 |
1988 | 39 |
1989 | 46 |
1990 | 54 |
1991 | 43 |
1992 | 54 |
1993 | 47 |
1994 | 63 |
1995 | 73 |
1996 | 72 |
1997 | 80 |
1998 | 63 |
1999 | 71 |
2000 | 89 |
2001 | 101 |
2002 | 80 |
2003 | 97 |
2004 | 108 |
2005 | 118 |
2006 | 129 |
2007 | 129 |
2008 | 133 |
2009 | 182 |
2010 | 159 |
2011 | 174 |
2012 | 165 |
2013 | 155 |
2014 | 171 |
2015 | 167 |
2016 | 184 |
2017 | 178 |
2018 | 193 |
2019 | 183 |
2020 | 204 |
2021 | 204 |
2022 | 190 |
2023 | 218 |
2024 | 247 |