Simone
Simone is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Heard or God has heard.
Origin and history
Simone is a French feminine form of Simon, which traces back to the Hebrew name Shimon. The name was popularized globally in part by influential historical and cultural figures such as Simone de Beauvoir and Simone Biles. In the United States, it has maintained steady, moderate usage over the decades as a classic choice.
Popularity in the United States
27,531 babies in the United States have been named Simone since 1880. It ranks #879 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #892.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.8 %)
- NY (15.7 %)
- IL (6.3 %)
- TX (5.2 %)
- FL (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 10 |
| 1910-1920 | 250 |
| 1920-1930 | 399 |
| 1930-1940 | 382 |
| 1940-1950 | 532 |
| 1950-1960 | 583 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,539 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,139 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,873 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,834 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,282 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,018 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,690 |
Famous people named Simone
- Simone Biles: Gymnast, Athlete
- Simone de Beauvoir: Philosopher, Writer
Nicknames
Simi, Mona
Fun facts
- Simone derives from the Hebrew root sham'a, meaning to hear or listen.
- The name has been borne by iconic figures in gymnastics, philosophy, and music.