GERSHON
Gershon
Gershon is a surname of British origin that has ancient roots in Jewish and Hebrew cultures. The name is derived from the Hebrew name "Gershom," meaning "a stranger here" or "exile," and is most commonly found among Jewish communities.
The name Gershon is associated with the Jewish tribe of Levi, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. In the biblical Book of Exodus, Gershon was the eldest son of Levi and the brother of Kohath and Merari. The descendants of Gershon were assigned specific duties related to the Tabernacle and the transport of its sacred items during the Israelites' wanderings in the wilderness.
Over the centuries, the surname Gershon became common among Jewish families, many of whom spread across Europe and beyond. In Britain, the surname Gershon is found among Jewish communities and individuals with Jewish heritage.
The Gershon surname reflects a rich cultural and religious history, highlighting the enduring legacy of the Jewish people and their contributions to British society. Today, individuals bearing the surname Gershon continue to celebrate their heritage and maintain a connection to their ancestral roots.
There are approximately 176 people named Gershon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Gershon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Ben
- Jonathan
- Martin
- Monty
- Neil
- Norman
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
- Stuart
Female
- Angela
- Caroline
- Charlotte
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Judith
- Patricia
- Phyllis
- Sylvia
- Vera