Simeon
“He who hears, God has heard”
Origin and meaning of Simeon
Simeon carries Hebrew Shim'on through a Greek form.
- Hebrew, through Greekשִׁמְעוֹן
Hearing, listening
The Bible uses this family for different figures, including Jacob's son and the man who receives Jesus in the temple. God has heard is a traditional interpretation; the central lexical element is hearing.
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Checked on September 14, 2026.
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We calculate how Simeon sounds next to the 6 most common surnames in the English-speaking world. The score runs from 0 to 100 and weighs length contrast, the cadence of the pair and cacophony at the join — a row only gets a comment when there is something specific to point out.
| Name + surname | Syllables | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Simeon Williams | 4 | 88 — Great harmony |
| Simeon Johnson | 4 | 87 — Great harmony |
| Simeon Jones | 4 | 87 — Great harmony |
| Simeon Taylor | 4 | 86 — Great harmony |
| Simeon Brown | 3 | 85 — Great harmony |
| Simeon Smith | 3 | 85 — Great harmony |
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Numerology of the name Simeon
Every letter in Simeon carries a value. Added up, they reveal three numbers describing talents, motivations and the impression the name makes.
Expression
Number 3 brings creativity and joy: it communicates, charms and inspires.
Soul number
Cooperation
Inner desire: Number 2 brings sensitivity and tact: it shines in partnership and harmony.
Personality number
Leadership
First impression: Number 1 brings independence and drive: it loves to lead and break new ground.
Numerology is a symbolic, cultural reading: fun and inspiration, not science.
Sweet nicknames for Simeon
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About the name Simeon
Simeon is a masculine name. Origin: Hebrew. Meaning: “He who hears, God has heard”. Rarity: Modern (Top 200: popular yet current).
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In Pythagorean numerology, Simeon resonates with the number 3 (Expression), an energy many parents tie to the character they dream of nurturing in their child. See the full reading in the numerology section above.
Frequently asked questions about Simeon
What does the name Simeon mean?
Simeon means “He who hears, God has heard”.
Is Simeon a boy's name or a girl's name?
Simeon is a masculine name.
What is the origin of the name Simeon?
Simeon is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Simeon a common or rare name?
On the CraftsNames scale, Simeon is classified as Modern: Top 200: popular yet current.
What nicknames go with Simeon?
Common affectionate nicknames for Simeon: Sime, Simo.
What is the numerology number of the name Simeon?
In Pythagorean numerology, Simeon has the expression number 3: Expression.
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