Rishon

רִאשׁוֹן

• Gender: Male
• Origin: Modern Hebrew
• Meaning: first born, the first

• In Jewish tradition, the firstborn holds a place of particular honor, carrying a role of leadership and responsibility that stretches all the way back to the Torah. Rishon means the first, and it transforms that ancient concept into a bold, modern given name. It is an especially meaningful choice for a first child, though its spirit of new beginnings resonates for any son.

  A strong, declarative sound gives this name the feel of a statement of arrival. It carries an inherent sense of pride and priority without sounding boastful. Less expected than heavy-hitters like Judah or Asher, Rishon has the kind of quiet authority that grows more impressive with age.

• Alternate Spellings: Reeshon
• Potential Sibling Name:
  Yael
  ,
  Dror
  ,
  Dor
  ,
  Idan
• Theme: family