Szymon
Boy name · 214 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Szymon: 214 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 22 births in 2016.
Szymon is the Polish form of Simon, ultimately from the Hebrew *Shimon*, meaning “he has heard.” This name has deep biblical roots, borne by one of Jesus’s apostles. Among notable bearers, Szymon Askenazy was a distinguished Polish historian and diplomat, while Szymon Ziółkowski brought Olympic gold to Poland in the hammer throw in 2000. There are no Scottish place connections, but the name has become familiar in Scotland thanks to the vibrant Polish community that settled here over recent decades. Szymon shares its roots with the more common English Simon, yet retains a distinct, strong character that honours both heritage and tradition.
Boy 17 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 201622 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #7283 babies
- Total births
- 214since 2007
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 57%vs prior 5y