Shamar vs Gershon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shamar

Boy #3,303 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to guard, to keep watch"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #3,264 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"a stranger there"

Origin: Hebrew

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Shamar Rank #3,303

Gershon Rank #3,264

Gershon is more popular, ranked #3264 vs #3303 for Shamar.

Is Shamar or Gershon more popular?

Gershon is more popular, ranked #3264 compared to Shamar at #3303 in the United States.

What do Shamar and Gershon mean?

Shamar means "to guard, to keep watch" (Hebrew origin). Gershon means "a stranger there" (Hebrew origin).

Are Shamar and Gershon boy or girl names?

Shamar is primarily a boy name. Gershon is primarily a boy name.