Simeon
SIM-ee-on
A biblical name tied to hearing, acceptance, and obedience.
Meaning
Simeon comes from the Hebrew name Shimon, which is connected with the idea of hearing or being heard. In the excerpts, it is glossed as “obedient” and also linked to meanings such as “one who hears and grants a petition,” “favourable hearing,” and “hearing with acceptance.”
Origin
HebrewGreekLatinmasculine
Fun fact
The excerpts show Simeon alongside Simon and related forms like Simao, Simej, and Simmas, reflecting how the same biblical name spread across languages.