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      Meaning of the first name Gershom

      Origin

      Hebrew

      Meaning

      Stranger

      Variations

      Gershon, Gersemi, Gresham
      The name Gershom finds its origins in the Hebrew language and holds the meaning of stranger. In Hebrew culture, children were often given names that conveyed a particular significance or meaning. Gershom is believed to have been commonly used during biblical times, with its first notable appearance in the Book of Exodus in the Old Testament of the Bible. According to the biblical account, Gershom was the firstborn son of Moses and Zipporah, a Midianite woman. Moses named him Gershom, saying, I have become a stranger in a foreign land. (Exodus 2:22) This name stands as a testament to the unique circumstances in which Moses found himself, being a Hebrew raised in Pharaoh's palace and later spending years as a shepherd in the land of Midian.

      In modern-day usage, the name Gershom has remained relatively uncommon. However, it continues to carry historical and biblical significance. Some individuals with Jewish heritage or a connection to Hebrew culture may choose to name their children Gershom, seeking to honor the biblical lineage or the meaning of being a stranger in a foreign land. While not a widely used name, Gershom retains its heritage in Hebrew literature, religious texts, and historical records, reminding us of its rich and timeless origins.

      Based on our records...

      Lockwood

      This is the most common surname associated with Gershom.

      Sarah

      This is the most common name of those married to a Gershom.

      Gershom

      This is the most common name for a child of a Gershom.
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      1754 is when there were the most people born with the first name Gershom.

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