Gershom name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Old English and Hebrew
Usage: English
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Gershom ge(r)-shom
Meaning: A Stranger Here and Exile
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What does Gershom mean?

Unusual Gershom is used predominantly in English, Gershom means "A Stranger Here or Exile" used as a boy name is originated from Hebrew and Old English.

How do I pronounce Gershom?

The most common pronunciation of two syllabled Gershom is ge(r)-shom.

Variants of Gershom

Gersh, Gershan

How popular is the name Gershom?

Gershom is an uncommon baby name in United States, even after 26 years of use, it could not make it big. There are over 181 babies that have been given the name Gershom in United States.

But Gershom is a popular baby name in Zambia where every 1 in 3000 have the name. At least, 10000 people globally have carried Gershom as their given name according to our evaluation.

YearRankBirths
202397147
202187758
2019121175
201788228
2016107306
201587358
2014107046
2013121285
2012122615
2010758510
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

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What numerology tells about Gershom?

Nothing can stop you from living the life you imagined for yourself but watch out. You are co-operative, caring and courteous individual. You never go anywhere or do anything without a plan, or two. You are the manager of events and organizer of partying among your friends. Self-doubting mayturn you into the worst version of yourself that you don't like much. Leave your sense of morality for another life.

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  •  Nevins - Atypical Nevins mostly is used in English used for boys has its origin in Celtic, meaning of Nevins is "The Little Saint and Little Saint Little Holy One". Nevins is derivative of Naomhan.
  •  Chancellor - Mainly used in English uncustomary, Chancellor aimed at both boys and girls, meaning of Chancellor is "Keeper of Records, Office Holder or Record Keeper" is originated from Old French
  •  Idaleen - Meaning of Idaleen is Hardworking or Prosperous is rooted from Germanic and English aimed at baby girls is used in English
  •  Archer - Specifically used in English persistent and acclaimed, Archer is used as a gender insensitive name and is rooted from Old French and Old English, meaning of Archer is "Noteworthy or Valorous or A Bowman Or Archer"

Sibling Names for Gershom

Choosing a name for your baby can be a daunting task, especially if you are looking for something unique and meaningful. If you have decided to name your child "Gershom," congratulations! It's a beautiful and special name that has biblical origins. To help you find the perfect sibling names to go with Gershom, below is a list of some great options to consider.

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Famous people named Gershom

  • Gershom ben Judah, famous Talmudist and Halakhist
  • Gershom Carmichael, Scottish philosopher
  • Gershom Mendes Seixas, first native-born Jewish religious leader
  • Gershom Scholem, German-born Israeli philosopher and historian
  • Gershom Mott, United States Army officer and a General
  • Gershom Cox, English professional footballer
  • Gershom Gorenberg, American-born Israeli historian, journalist
  • Gershom Powers, U.S. Representative from New York

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
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