Simona

Simone and Simona are given names that may be used as a masculine or feminine name, depending on the language. 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). In Italian, Simone is a masculine name or patronymic surname, pronounced with three syllables, whilst the feminine form Simona is widespread throughout Europe.