Simone
Meaning: He has heard, listening
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #135
Total births: 3,762
History: Simone peaked in the 1990s in Australia. The name brings French elegance to Australian naming. Simone represents Australian women who carry international sophistication while remaining grounded in Australian values.
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| Current rank (1992) | #90 |
| Babies named Simone in 1992 | 98 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 3,762 |
| Peak year | 1971 (247 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #40 |
| Years in records | 1965–1992 (28 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 18 spots |
Frequently asked about Simone
What does the name Simone mean?
Simone means “He has heard, listening” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Simone?
Simone has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “He has heard, listening”.
How popular is Simone in Australia?
Simone ranked #90 in Australia in 1992 — given to 98 babies that year.
When was Simone most popular?
Simone peaked in 1971 with 247 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Simone a boy or girl name?
Simone is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Simones in registered births are female.
Is the name Simone rising or falling in popularity?
Simone has fallen 18 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #72 in 1987 to #90 in 1992.
How long has Simone been recorded in Australia?
Simone appears in birth records in Australia across 28 years — from 1965 through 1992.