Shimon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shimon is a Hebrew name meaning 'he has heard' or 'the listener', derived from the Hebrew Shimon. It has evolved through various forms in different languages, including Simeon in Latin and Greek. The name is associated with biblical significance as one of the sons of Jacob. It is historically significant and remains popular today, viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Shimon is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shimon has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Shimon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3808th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2355th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1678th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1298th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1071st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Shimon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shimon"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃiːmən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Shimon is derived from the Hebrew name Shimon, which means 'he has heard' or 'the listener'. It is one of the names of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Meaning
he has heard, the listener
Language Evolution
Shimon (Hebrew), Simeon (Latin and Greek), Simão (Portuguese), Simón (Spanish)
Biblical Background
Shimon is a biblical name, notably borne by one of the twelve sons of Jacob and Leah in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Shimon has been used throughout Jewish history and gained popularity in various cultures, especially among Jews, due to its biblical significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Simeon, Simón, Simon, Shimon
Modern Popularity & Image
Shimon is viewed positively, often associated with wisdom and attentiveness due to its meaning. It remains a common name in Jewish communities.
Famous People
Shimon Peres - Former President of Israel, Shimon Bar Yochai - A prominent Rabbi and scholar in Jewish tradition
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shimon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shimon"
"Shimon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3808th of 7552 | 81 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2355th of 10718 | 265 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1678th of 16616 | 723 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1298th of 24088 | 1,878 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1071st of 23106 | 2,294 |
Regional Popularity of "Shimon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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42.96% 1044th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
22.48% 783rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
13.36% 598th/4475 |
- |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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7.18% 371st/5164 |
- |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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6.22% 279th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Shimon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shimon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shimon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.