Szymon

“he has heard”

Poland origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12057US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

410All-time births

📅 Since 199100

How to pronounce Szymon

shi-mawn

/shi-mawn/ · · 2 syllables

“he has heard”

Poland origin · Boy name

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 It appears frequently in cultural references and historical documents.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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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

How popular is Szymon right now?

Falling — down 103 spots — currently #12057 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#12057 · Top 8.9%

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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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Szymon

Best Year2005Rank #4591

Peak Count19

Average Rank#8088

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

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:

Jacob Michael Ethan Joshua Daniel

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?

CROATIAN

ŠimeŠimo

DUTCH

Siem

MACEDONIAN

Sime

SERBIAN

Simo

How is Szymon written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Szymon?

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 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.