Simon
/seyemuhn/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Simon is a English name meaning "Listen in Hebrew". Simon originates from the Hebrew name Shim'on (שִׁמְעוֹן), derived from the verb *shama* meaning "to hear" or "to listen."
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic seyemuhn
IPA saɪmən
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as seyemuhn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Simon
- · Simon Cowell - Television Personality
- · Simon Pegg - Actor
- · Simon & Garfunkel - Musical Duo
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