What does Szymon mean and where does it come from?
Szymon is the Polish form of the Hebrew name Shimon (שִׁמְעוֹן), which carries the meaning of 'he has heard.' The name's popularity has persisted in various forms throughout history, particularly in Eastern Europe. It appears frequently in cultural references and historical documents. It has been bo
Cultural significance
Szymon has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Poland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of he has heard.
Peak popularity
Reached #3073 in 2007 — currently #12057 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Szymon?
Szymon works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Szymon Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Szymon Rose
Floral · soft ending
Szymon Mae
Sweet · timeless
Szymon Claire
French influence · crisp
Szymon Jane
Literary · strong
Szymon Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Szymon right now?
Falling — down 103 spots — currently #12057 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #12057 | 6 | ▼ down 103 |
| 2021 | #11954 | 6 | ▼ down 874 |
| 2020 | #11080 | 6 | ▼ down 4899 · -57% births |
| 2015 | #6181 | 14 | ▼ down 1208 · -26% births |
| 2010 | #4973 | 19 | ▼ down 382 |
| 2005 | #4591 | 19 | ▲ up 659 · +36% births |
| 2000 | #5250 | 14 | ▲ up 3364 · +133% births |
| 1995 | #8614 | 6 | — |
The story of Szymon
Szymon is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 410 total births recorded, Szymon remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8614 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12057 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Szymon in 2007:
Szymon by decade
Szymon peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1990s | 47 | |
| 2000s ★ | 216 | |
| 2010s | 141 | |
| 2020s | 6 | |
💎Szymon has only 410 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Szymon?
What names sound and feel like Szymon?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Szymon also consider these
How is Szymon written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Szymon?
Common questions about the name Szymon
What does the name Szymon mean?
Szymon means "he has heard" — a name rooted in Poland 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 Szymon?
Szymon is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Szymon?
Szymon originates from Poland tradition. Poland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Szymon a common or rare name?
Szymon is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
What are good nicknames for Szymon?
Szymon naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.