Simon
boy name#230 in 2025Simon entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #139 in 1886, ranks #230 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#230
rank today
#139
peak (1886)
1,529
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #161 |
| 1890s | #197 |
| 1900s | #219 |
| 1910s | #251 |
| 1920s | #321 |
| 1930s | #383 |
| 1940s | #433 |
| 1950s | #501 |
| 1960s | #525 |
| 1970s | #421 |
| 1980s | #355 |
| 1990s | #341 |
| 2000s | #252 |
| 2010s | #247 |
| 2020s | #245 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Simon has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 57,000 people named Simon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Simon alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Simon in 2025?
- Simon ranks #230 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,529 babies given the name.
- When was the name Simon most popular?
- Simon peaked in 1886, reaching #139 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Simon with classmates?
- Simon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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