Exile or stranger
Derived from the Hebrew word 'ger', meaning a stranger or sojourner. In the Old Testament, Gershon was the eldest son of Levi and the founder of the Gershonite clan of Levites.
About 38 boys were named Gershon in 2025.
Pioneering electronic music composer known for 'Popcorn'
Renowned Israeli scholar and critic of Hebrew literature
Former Mayor of Jerusalem and founder of The Jerusalem Post
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
