SIMMOND
Simmond
Origin of the Name:
Simmond is a surname of English origin, derived from the personal name Simon which in turn comes from the Hebrew name Shimon. The name Simon was popularized in Britain by the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over time, the name transformed into various surnames, including Simmond.
Meaning of the Name:
The name Simmond means "hearkening" or "one who hears". This could indicate a person with a good listener or who is attentive.
Distribution and Popularity:
The surname Simmond is relatively uncommon in modern Britain, with most bearers of the name found in regions historically associated with Norman influence, such as Kent, Sussex, and Essex. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries due to migration and settlement.
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Variants of the Surname:
Variants of the Simmond surname include Simmons, Simonds, Simons, and Simmon.
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There are approximately 23 people named Simmond in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Simmond.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
Female
- Rebecca
Similar and related surnames
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