There are
1147
Pershings in the USA
Pershing is the
22436th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Pershing

JohnJ.

John Joseph Pershing was a general in the United States Army who led the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I. He is the only person to be promoted in his own lifetime to the highest rank ever held in the United States Army—General of the Armies.

HelenPershing

Helen Pershing is a retired American sprinter who specialized in the 60 meters hurdles. She won a gold medal in the 60 meters hurdles at the 1986 World Indoor Championships.

DeanPershing

Dean Pershing is an American professional baseball player. He played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball from 1966 to 1968 for the Baltimore Orioles.

BenPershing

Ben Pershing is an American journalist and author. He is the author of the book 'The Pershing Option: The Unexpected Fate of the First World War’s Most Audacious Plan.'

SuePershing

Sue Pershing is an American artist known for her vibrant and colorful abstract paintings. Her work has been exhibited in galleries and museums throughout the United States.

MarkPershing

Mark Pershing is an American film director and screenwriter. He is known for his work on independent films such as 'The Pursuit of Happyness' and 'Seven Pounds.'

LauraPershing

Laura Pershing is an American actress and producer. She has appeared in several television shows and films, including 'Friends' and 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.'

MattPershing

Matt Pershing is an American musician and songwriter. He is the lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Pershing Square, which has released several albums.

OliviaPershing

Olivia Pershing is an American fashion designer. She is known for her elegant and sophisticated designs, which have been worn by celebrities and featured in fashion magazines.

ScottPershing

Scott Pershing is an American entrepreneur and business executive. He has founded several successful companies in the technology industry and is known for his innovative approach to business.

Pershing Genealogy

OriginsThe name 'Pershing' is of German origin. It is an anglicized form of the German surname 'Bashing', which means 'one who lives by a birch tree'. The name may have originally referred to someone who lived near a birch tree or worked with birch wood.
Geographic DistributionThe name 'Pershing' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the Midwest. It is also found in smaller numbers in Germany and other German-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the name 'Pershing' include 'Bershing', 'Persheng', and 'Bersching'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe Pershing family is believed to have originated in Germany and immigrated to the United States in the 19th century. Many Pershings settled in the Midwest, particularly in states like Ohio, Missouri, and Illinois.