The name Symon is of Greek origin and means "hearing" or "heard". It is a variant of the name Simon, which has its roots in the Greek word "simos", meaning "flat-nosed". The name Symon was popular among early Christians due to Saint Simon, one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles. Throughout history, several notable figures have carried this name, includingSymon Says, a childhood game character from nursery rhymes, and Symon de Montfort, an English nobleman who played a significant role in the Albigensian Crusade during the 13th century. Today, Symon remains a unique and distinctive name choice for parents seeking something outside of the ordinary.
The name Symon has seen varying levels of popularity over the past few decades in the United States. From the years 1977 to 2023, there have been a total of 464 babies named Symon born in the U.S.
The earliest data available shows that in 1977, there were only 5 births with the name Symon. However, by 1988, this number had increased slightly to 6 births. The years 1980 and 1994 also saw 6 births each, indicating a consistent level of popularity during this period.
The late 1980s and early 1990s saw some fluctuation in the number of Symon births. In 1990 and 1993, there were 7 and 8 births respectively, while in 1992 there was a drop to just 5 births. However, by 1996, the number of Symon births had climbed back up to 9.
From 1999 onwards, there was a significant increase in the popularity of the name Symon. Between 1999 and 2003, there were consistently high numbers of Symon births, ranging from 15 to 16 each year. This trend continued into the early 2000s, with a peak of 23 births in 2005.
However, after 2005, the popularity of the name Symon began to decline once again. Between 2007 and 2016, there were fewer than 20 Symon births each year. This trend continued into the early 2020s, with only 10 or 11 births each year from 2020 to 2023.
Despite these fluctuations in popularity, the name Symon has remained relatively consistent over the past few decades, with an average of around 9 births per year. This suggests that while it may not be one of the most popular names, Symon is still a recognizable and well-used choice for parents in the United States.