Simona

French, feminine variation of Hebrew Simon

"listening, hearkening"

Simona Origin and Meaning

The name Simona is a girl's name of Italian origin.

Simona is a feminine name of Italian and Eastern European origin, serving as the feminine form of Simon, which derives from the Hebrew name Shimon, meaning 'he has heard.' This elegant name has remained consistently popular in Italy, Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other European countries. In Italy, it gained particular recognition through famous bearers like Olympic swimmer Simona Quadarella. While less common in English-speaking countries, Simona offers a sophisticated international alternative to the more familiar Simone. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing vowel sounds and soft consonants. Simona projects both strength and femininity, combining classical roots with a contemporary feel. Its cross-cultural appeal makes it accessible across various languages while maintaining its distinctive character.

Simona Rank in US Top 1000

# 689 in the US

Popularity of the name Simona

• 951 England 2016

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Famous People Named Simona

• Simona Halep Romanian Tennis Player
• Simona Amânar Romanian gymnast
• Simona Burbaitė Miss Lithuania 2013
• Simona de Silvestro Swiss racing driver
• Simona Păduraru Romanian Olympic swimmer
• Simona Ventura Italian TV personality
• Simona Baumrtová Czech Olympic swimmer
• Simona Dyankova Bulgarian rhythmic gymnast