About Goshen
The surname Goshen is of Hebrew origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the Hebrew word "goshen," which means "approaching" or "drawing near." In the Bible, Goshen was a region in ancient Egypt where the Israelites settled during the time of Joseph. The name Goshen can also be associated with prosperity, abundance, and a sense of divine favor. As a surname, Goshen may have been adopted by individuals or families who lived in or had ancestral connections to the region of Goshen or who sought to express a connection to the biblical narrative.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Goshen based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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