Simone (given name)

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Simone and Simona are given names that may be used as a masculine or feminine name, depending on the language. Template:Infobox given name Originating from the Greek translation of the Hebrew name Shimon, the name became popular due to the Christianization of Europe and Biblical figures such as Simeon (son of Jacob) and Simeon (Gospel of Luke).[1] In Italian, Simone is a masculine name or patronymic surname, pronounced with three syllables, whilst the feminine form Simona is widespread throughout Europe.[2][3] In French and English, Simone is a feminine name, pronounced with two syllables, whilst its masculine form in both languages is Simon/Simeon.[4] The feminine name may be spelled Simonne.[5]

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People

Simona

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Simonne

Symone

Fictional characters and pseudonyms

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