To hear or to be heard
Simea is a rare feminine variant of the Hebrew name Shimea, which is derived from the root 'shama' meaning 'to hear'. In biblical contexts, it often refers to God hearing a prayer or the act of listening intently. It shares the same linguistic heritage as the more common names Simon and Simone.
About 71 girls were named Simea in 2025.
A character in the biblical-era novel series · The Zion Covenant
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
