Simona
Simona is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Heard, God has heard.
Origin and history
Simona is the feminine form of Simon, originating from the Hebrew name Shimon. It has a long tradition of use in Italian, Slavic, and Scandinavian cultures. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare but recognizable classic name.
Popularity in the United States
4,038 babies in the United States have been named Simona since 1880. It ranks #2774 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1808.
States where it is most popular
- TX (48.7 %)
- CA (20 %)
- NY (18.1 %)
- IL (5.7 %)
- FL (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 9 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 54 |
| 1910-1920 | 180 |
| 1920-1930 | 302 |
| 1930-1940 | 232 |
| 1940-1950 | 203 |
| 1950-1960 | 150 |
| 1960-1970 | 256 |
| 1970-1980 | 485 |
| 1980-1990 | 392 |
| 1990-2000 | 383 |
| 2000-2010 | 515 |
| 2010-2019 | 579 |
| 2020-2029 | 293 |
Famous people named Simona
- Simona Halep: Tennis Player, Athlete
Nicknames
Mona, Simmie
Fun facts
- Simona is widely popular across southern and eastern Europe, particularly in Italy, Romania, and the Czech Republic.
- The name stems from the Hebrew root 'shama', meaning 'to hear' or 'hearken'.