The name Gershon is of Hebrew origin, derived from the word 'gershun,' which translates to 'stranger.' It was borne by a son of Levi in the Old Testament, who led one of the clans of the Levites during their journey through the wilderness. The name has since been widely used among Jewish communities and has also gained popularity among Christians.
"From the provided statistics, it appears that the name Gershon had its peak popularity in recent years, with 2022 seeing the highest number of births at 35. However, there was a significant dip in popularity from the 1960s to the late 1970s, with some years showing as low as 5 births."