Simion

Hebrew, Greek

"he has heard; flat-nosed"

Simion Origin and Meaning

The name Simion is a boy's name of Romanian origin.

Simion is a masculine name that represents a variation of the Hebrew name Simon, meaning 'he has heard' or 'listening.' This spelling variant adds a distinctive touch while maintaining the name's biblical connections. Simon was one of Jesus's twelve apostles in the New Testament, giving the name significant religious heritage. Simion appears across various cultures, particularly in Eastern European countries like Romania and Moldova, where it has maintained steady popularity. The spelling with an 'i' instead of 'o' creates a subtle difference in pronunciation in some languages. While less common than Simon in English-speaking countries, Simion offers families an opportunity to honor traditional naming practices while giving their child a slightly more distinctive version of this classic name.

Famous People Named Simion

• Simion Bărnuțiu Romanian historian and politician