Simi is an Indian given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'half'. It's also known as a Yoruba name in Nigeria, signifying 'respect' or 'admiration'. Historically, it has been used among both Hindu and Muslim communities in India, reflecting its wide acceptance across different cultures. The name Simi gained international recognition through the popular character 'Simi Bheka', a fictional cat from Indian children's literature.
The name Simi saw a notable rise in popularity from the late 20th century onwards, with a significant spike occurring between 2004 and 2006 (14 to 15 to 16 births respectively). After peaking in 2007 at 16 births, it maintained consistent popularity until around 2012, thereafter experiencing fluctuations but generally remaining stable. There was a substantial increase in recent years, with a significant jump from 20 births in 2022 to 28 births in 2018 and again to 24 in 2019. However, the most recent data shows a slight decline, with 21 births recorded in 2021 and 20 in 2022. Overall, the total number of births for the name Simi since 1962 is 473.