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Avrum vs Gershon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avrum

Boy #3,179 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father of many nations, father of a multitude"

Origin: Hebrew Avraham

Cultural Roots

Jewish Ashkenazi Jewish Orthodox Jewish Yiddish-speaking

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,179
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avrum Rank #3,179
Gershon Rank #3,264

Avrum is more popular, ranked #3179 vs #3264 for Gershon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avrum or Gershon more popular?

Avrum is more popular, ranked #3179 compared to Gershon at #3264 in the United States.

What do Avrum and Gershon mean?

Avrum means "father of many nations, father of a multitude" (Hebrew Avraham origin). Gershon means "a stranger there" (Hebrew origin).

Are Avrum and Gershon boy or girl names?

Avrum is primarily a boy name. Gershon is primarily a boy name.

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