Simone: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: se-e-mo-hne-h
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Hearkening

Simone is a feminine name of French and Italian origin, derived from the Hebrew name Simon, which means "hearkening" or "hear" and "listen". It is the feminine form of the male name Simon and is gender-neutral but most commonly used as a girl's name, especially in France. The name has Greek and Hebrew origins and means "listener". Simone has numerous variants, including Simona, Simon, and Simeon. In Italian, Simone is a masculine name or patronymic surname, while the feminine form Simona is widespread throughout Europe. In French and English, Simone is a feminine name, and its masculine form is Simon or Simeon. The name Simone is associated with personalities such as French feminist and writer Simone de Beauvoir and American gymnast Simone Biles.

Simone Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Simone is currently #607 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Simone is currently #315 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Simone is currently #599 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Simone is currently #314 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Simone

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Simone, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Simone Signoret: Simone Signoret was a French actress known for her roles in "Room at the Top" and "Ship of Fools." She passed away in 1985.
  • Simone de Beauvoir: Simone de Beauvoir was a French writer, intellectual, existentialist philosopher, political activist, feminist, and social theorist known for her work "The Second Sex." She passed away in 1986.
  • Simone Simons: Simone Simons is a Dutch singer-songwriter and the lead vocalist of the symphonic metal band Epica.
  • Simone Giertz: Simone Giertz is a Swedish inventor, maker, robotics enthusiast, and YouTuber known for her comedic and often intentionally ineffective robots.

 

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