Declining since 2012, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Symon since 1977
Babies named Symon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 74 |
| 2000s | 168 |
| 2010s | 163 |
| 2020s | 59 |
Meaning & origin
Symon is a distinctive spelling of the classic name Simon. While Simon has remained consistently popular for centuries, Symon is a much rarer variant. According to U.S. Social Security data, Symon first appeared on the charts in 1977 and reached its peak popularity in 2012, though even then it was far from common. As of 2025, it ranks 7,679, indicating about 1 in 170,808 boys receive the name, and its usage has been falling since 2012. The name has not been recorded in any top state lists, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use. For parents seeking a traditional name with an uncommon twist, Symon offers a familiar sound with a unique spelling.
Symon is a variant spelling of Simon, derived from the Hebrew name Shim'on, meaning 'he has heard.' Simon was a common name in the Bible, borne by one of the Twelve Apostles, and became widespread across Europe. The spelling Symon, influenced by Greek and Latin forms, has been used in English since the Middle Ages, though it is less common than the standard Simon.
“Symon” around the world
Where Symon lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sy
Sibling names for Symon
Names that share Symon's style, for a brother or sister.
