Symeon

“Symeon (סִמְעוֹן) is a form of the Hebrew name 'Shimon' and is of significant historical importance”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10712US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

185All-time births

📅 Since 197500

How to pronounce Symeon

SIM·EE·ahn

/ˈsɪm.ˈiː.ɑn/ · stress on SIM · 3 syllables

“Symeon (סִמְעוֹן) is a form of the Hebrew name 'Shimon' and is of significant historical importance”

Greece origin · Boy name

What does Symeon mean and where does it come from?

Symeon (סִמְעוֹן) is a form of the Hebrew name 'Shimon' and is of significant historical importance. It appears in the Old Testament as one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name has roots in biblical tradition, with historically notable figures bearing the name, including Saint Symeon, a figure i

Cultural significance

Symeon has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #5424 in 2000 — currently #10712 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Symeon?

Symeon works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Symeon Grace

How popular is Symeon right now?

Rising fast — up 1239 spots — currently #10712 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2022#10712 · Top 7.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#10712	7	▲ up 1239 · +17% births
2021	#11951	6	▼ down 3066 · -25% births
2020	#8885	8	▲ up 2119 · +33% births
2015	#11004	6	▲ up 129
2010	#11133	6	▼ down 2544 · -25% births
2005	#8589	8	▼ down 3165 · -38% births
2000	#5424	13	▲ up 3972 · +160% births
1995	#9396	5	▼ down 3137 · -17% births
1985	#6259	6	▲ up 44 · +20% births
1975	#6303	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Symeon

Best Year2000Rank #5424

Peak Count13

Average Rank#8966

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202210 years

The story of Symeon

Symeon is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 185 total births recorded, Symeon remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6303 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10712 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Symeon in 2000:

Jacob Michael Matthew Joshua Christopher

Symeon by decade

Symeon peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	16
1990s	26
2000s ★	68
2010s	62
2020s	8

💎Symeon has only 185 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Symeon?

CROATIAN

ŠimeŠimo

DUTCH

Siem

MACEDONIAN

Sime

SERBIAN

Simo

What names sound and feel like Symeon?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Symeon also consider these

Hebrew · he has heard

Kyreon

American · A modern invented

Zyreon

American · gift of the

Tyveon

American · English

Tyreon

American · Possibly a modern

Leon

Greece · Meaning 'lion'

How is Symeon written in other languages?

Συμεων

Ancient Greek

What are the girl versions of Symeon?

Simona BULGARIAN Šimona CZECH Simona CZECH Cymone ENGLISH Simone ENGLISH Simonette ENGLISH Simone FRENCH Simona ITALIAN Simonetta ITALIAN Simona LITHUANIAN Simona MACEDONIAN Simona ROMANIAN Simona SLOVAK Simona SLOVENE Jimena SPANISH Ximena SPANISH

Common questions about the name Symeon

What does the name Symeon mean?

Symeon means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Symeon?

Symeon is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Symeon have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Symeon?

Symeon originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Symeon?

Symeon is a three-syllable name pronounced S IH1 M IY1 AA0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Symeon?

Symeon pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.