Ben-Moshe

Ben-Moshe is a Hebrew surname. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it derives from the personal name of the father of the initial bearer. In this case, "Ben" means "son of" and "Moshe" is the Hebrew name Moses. Therefore, Ben-Moshe literally translates to "son of Moses."

The surname is commonly found among Jewish communities worldwide, particularly those with origins in the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. Variations in spelling may occur due to transliteration differences across languages.

The name Moses (Moshe in Hebrew) is a significant figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, revered as a prophet and lawgiver. Due to the religious importance of Moses, the surname Ben-Moshe carries historical and cultural weight.