Declining since 1992, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Symone since 1963
Babies named Symone per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 35 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 178 |
| 1990s | 1,955 |
| 2000s | 1,169 |
| 2010s | 768 |
| 2020s | 252 |
Meaning & origin
Symone is a modern respelling of Simone that emerged in the United States around 1963. It reached its highest popularity in 1991, placing within the top 2,000 names that year, but has since entered a steady decline. As of 2025, it ranked 4,172 with a 1-in-47,273 frequency, reflecting its continued but infrequent use. The name historically shows a strong regional preference for Texas, as indicated by its top state data. Its trajectory since 1992 signals that it remains a choice for parents seeking a distinctive spelling of a classic name.
Symone is a respelling of Simone, the French feminine form of Simon. Simon itself derives from the Hebrew name Shimon, which comes from the verb 'shama', meaning 'to hear'. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, often chosen to give a distinctive spelling while retaining the classic sound.
Where Symone is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sim, Monnie
Sibling names for Symone
Names that share Symone's style, for a brother or sister.
