Strong’s G4613

Σίμων

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

Simón

Pronunciation

see-mone'

Definition

Simon

Meaning

Simon.

Usage

The name Simon is a common Jewish name in the New Testament, meaning "he has heard" or "God has heard." It is used to refer to several individuals in the New Testament, most notably Simon Peter, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, and Simon the Zealot, another apostle. The name reflects a common practice of the time, where names were often given in hope or recognition of divine intervention or blessing.

Bible references

Matthew 4:18;Matthew 10:2;Matthew 10:4;Matthew 13:55;Matthew 16:16;Matthew 16:17;Matthew 17:25;Matthew 26:6;Matthew 27:32;Mark 1:16;Mark 1:16;Mark 1:29;Mark 1:30;Mark 1:36;Mark 3:16;Mark 3:18;Mark 6:3;Mark 14:3;Mark 14:37;Mark 15:21;Luke 4:38;Luke 4:38;Luke 5:3;Luke 5:4;Luke 5:5