Simon
Simon is a common name that has historical, biblical, and popular culture significance. It is derived from the Hebrew name שִׁמְעוֹן (Shim'on), meaning "he has heard". In the New Testament, Simon was the original name of Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. The name is also popular in many countries, including the United Kingdom, France, and Australia.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The name Simon is derived from the Hebrew name שִׁמְעוֹן (Shim'on), which means "he has heard". This name has been used in the English-speaking world since the Middle Ages, and it was popular among the Normans.
Biblical Significance[edit | edit source]
In the New Testament, Simon was the original name of Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. Simon was a fisherman by trade, and he was called by Jesus to be a "fisher of men". After the resurrection of Jesus, Simon Peter became one of the most prominent leaders of the early Christian church.
Popularity[edit | edit source]
The name Simon is popular in many countries. In the United Kingdom, it was the 58th most popular name for boys born in 2018. In France, it was the 8th most popular name for boys born in 2018. In Australia, it was the 98th most popular name for boys born in 2018.
In Popular Culture[edit | edit source]
The name Simon has been used for many characters in literature, film, and television. Some notable examples include Simon Templar in the The Saint television series, Simon Spier in the novel and film Love, Simon, and Simon Lewis in the The Mortal Instruments book series.
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