Gershom
Meaning of Gershom
Gershom is a male name with Hebrew origins. It is pronounced as GEHR-shuhm (/ˈɡɛrʃəm/). The name has also been spelled as Gersham in some variations. Gershom is not an extremely popular name, but it has been consistently used in the United States over the past few decades. In recent years, it has been given to around 5-10 newborns per year in the US. The name carries historical and biblical associations, as it appears in the Old Testament as the name of Moses' firstborn son. Gershom can be a unique and meaningful choice for parents looking for a less common baby name with deep religious roots.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as GEHR-shuhm (/ˈɡɛrʃəm/)
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Notable People Named Gershom
| Gershom Scholem was a German-born Israeli philosopher and historian, known as the founder of modern academic study of the Kabbalah and the first professor of Jewish mysticism at Hebrew University of Jerusalem. |
| Gershom Mendes Seixas was the first native-born Jewish religious leader in the United States, known for his civic activities and defense of religious liberty. |
| Rabbeinu Gershom, also known as Gershom ben Judah, was a renowned Talmudist and Halakhist in Judaism. |
| Commodore Gershom Jacques Van Brunt was a prominent United States Naval Officer during the American Civil War. |
| Gershom Gustav Schocken was a prominent Israeli journalist and politician known for his long tenure as the editor of Haaretz and his time as a member of the Knesset. |
