Simeon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Simeon originates from Hebrew, meaning 'he has heard.' It evolved through various languages, including Greek and Latin. It is prominently associated with biblical narratives, particularly in the context of the tribes of Israel. While less common today, it is regarded as a classic name with positive traits linked to its religious significance.
The name Simeon is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Simeon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Simeon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1243rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1463rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1533rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1131st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1052nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 957th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1074th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 27544th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Simeon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Simeon"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪmiən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Simeon derives from the Hebrew name 'Shim'on,' which means 'he has heard.' It is rooted in the biblical narrative, where Simeon is one of the twelve tribes of Israel and a son of Jacob and Leah.
Meaning
he has heard
Language Evolution
Shim'on (Hebrew), Simeon (Greek), Simeon (Latin)
Biblical Background
Simeon is a significant biblical figure, known as one of the sons of Jacob and Leah in the Old Testament, and is also mentioned in the New Testament in relation to the presentation of Jesus at the temple.
Historical Usage
The name Simeon gained popularity in the early Christian era, particularly in the context of biblical figures. It has remained in use throughout the centuries, especially in religious communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Sim, Simon, Sime, Simi
Modern Popularity & Image
Simeon is less common today but is viewed positively, often associated with wisdom and religious significance. It is often seen as a classic name with a strong biblical heritage.
Famous People
Simeon of Durham (historian), Simeon Stylites (Christian ascetic), Simeon Ben Judah (Talmudic scholar)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Simeon"
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 "Simeon"
"Simeon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1243rd of 7545 | 531 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1463rd of 6773 | 406 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1533rd of 7552 | 496 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1131st of 10718 | 844 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1052nd of 16616 | 1,507 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 957th of 24088 | 2,980 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1074th of 23106 | 2,276 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 27544th of 35406 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Simeon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
68.09% 939th/1379 |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
75.26% 1171st/1556 |
- |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
53.21% 1293rd/2430 |
- |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
39.29% 1154th/2937 |
27.22% 948th/3483 |
39.43% 1387th/3518 |
26.26% 1062nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.29% 1190th/3685 |
21.83% 977th/4475 |
21.68% 1126th/5194 |
21.18% 1338th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.20% 834th/4582 |
19.21% 992nd/5164 |
13.91% 1017th/7313 |
14.75% 1101st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.49% 856th/3984 |
25.07% 1125th/4487 |
17.19% 1173rd/6822 |
19.26% 1209th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Simeon" 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 "Simeon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Simeon" 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.