Political LeaderLebanese1947 – 1982
Bashir Gemayel
President of Lebanon, military leader during civil war
Biography
Lebanese politician and military commander who served as the eighth President of Lebanon in 1982. He was assassinated shortly after taking office during Lebanon's civil war.
Quick Facts
Category
Political Leader
Nationality
Lebanese
Born
1947
Died
1982
Thinking about the name
Gemayel
Arabic origin
“An Arabic name, possibly a variant of Jamayel or derived from Gemayel as a Lebanese family name. Gemayel carries Middle Eastern heritage and linguistic authenticity, often chosen by families honoring Arabic-speaking roots. The name has both strength and cultural specificity.”