Gershon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gershon is a Hebrew name meaning 'exile' or 'stranger', derived from biblical roots. It has evolved from its original Hebrew forms and has significant ties to Jewish history and tradition. The name exemplifies traits of heritage and spirituality, with a notable biblical background. Although not as commonly used today outside Jewish contexts, it still holds cultural importance.
The name Gershon is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gershon has been too falling for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Gershon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4917th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4794th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4858th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4624th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5004th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3917th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gershon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gershon"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɜːrʃən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Gershon is derived from the Hebrew word 'ger' meaning 'foreigner' or 'stranger', and 'shon' meaning 'to drive out' or 'to expel'. Thus, the name can be interpreted as 'a stranger has been driven out'.
Meaning
exile, stranger
Language Evolution
Gershon (Hebrew), Gershom (Biblical variant)
Biblical Background
Gershon is a biblical name, belonging to one of the sons of Levi in the Old Testament, and is associated with the Levitical priesthood.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities due to its biblical roots and has been used throughout history among various cultures, particularly within Jewish tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
Gershom, Gershwin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Gershon is still recognized as a traditional name within Jewish communities but is less common in broader contexts. It carries a sense of heritage and religious significance.
Famous People
Gershon B. Askenasy, an Israeli politician, Gershon Cohen, an American mathematician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gershon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gershon"
"Gershon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4917th of 7545 | 34 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4794th of 6773 | 29 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4858th of 7552 | 37 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4406th of 10718 | 88 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4624th of 16616 | 162 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5004th of 24088 | 261 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3917th of 23106 | 326 |
Regional Popularity of "Gershon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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67.94% 1651st/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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58.86% 2050th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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32.13% 1438th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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28.58% 1476th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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25.32% 1136th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Gershon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gershon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gershon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.