Gabriel

Gabriella is a female given name of Italian origin. It is a feminine form of the name Gabriel, which means "God is my strength" in Hebrew. Gabriella is a popular name in many countries, including Italy, Spain, Hungary, and the United States. It has been in use since the 19th century and has been consistently ranked among the top 100 names for girls in the United States since the 1980s. Gabriella is often shortened to Gabby or Gaby as a nickname.

Gabriel rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)

• Rank 34. Hudson
• Rank 35. Grayson
• Rank 36. Matthew
• Rank 37. Ezra
• Rank 38. Gabriel
• Rank 39. Carter
• Rank 40. Isaac
• Rank 41. Jayden
• Rank 42. Luca

Nicknames for Gabriel

Gabe	geɪb	A shortened version of the name Gabriel.
Gab	gæb	Another shortened version of the name Gabriel.
Gabby	gæbi	A more affectionate nickname for Gabriel, often used for girls.
Briel	briːl	A unique and modern nickname for Gabriel.
Gaby	geɪbi	A variation of the nickname Gabby.
Gibby	gɪbi	A fun and playful nickname for Gabriel.
Riel	riːl	A unique and modern nickname for Gabriel, derived from the last part of the name.
G	dʒiː	A simple and straightforward nickname for Gabriel, often used among close friends.

Famous people named Gabriel

Gabriel García Márquez	Literature	Colombian author and Nobel Prize winner known for his magical realism style of writing.
Gabriel Iglesias	Comedy	American comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy specials and voice acting roles.
Gabriel Jesus	Football	Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Manchester City and the Brazil national team.
Gabriel Byrne	Film and Television	Irish actor known for his roles in films such as The Usual Suspects and TV shows such as Vikings.
Gabriel Batistuta	Football	Retired Argentine professional footballer known for his prolific goal-scoring ability and successful career with Fiorentina and the Argentina national team.
Gabriel Union	Film and Television	American actress known for her roles in films such as Bring It On and TV shows such as Being Mary Jane.
Gabriel Garko	Film and Television	Italian actor known for his roles in various Italian films and TV shows.
Gabriel Mann	Film and Television	American actor known for his roles in TV shows such as Revenge and films such as The Bourne Identity.
Gabriel Heinze	Football	Retired Argentine professional footballer known for his successful career with clubs such as Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain.
Gabriel Okara	Literature	Nigerian poet and novelist known for his contributions to African literature and his advocacy for African cultural identity.

Fictional character called Gabriel from pop culture

Gabriel	Angel in Abrahamic religions	In the Bible, Gabriel is an archangel who serves as a messenger from God.
Gabriel Gray/Sylar	Villain in Heroes	Sylar is a serial killer with the power to understand how things work and take them apart.
Gabriel Van Helsing	Protagonist in Van Helsing	Van Helsing is a monster hunter who battles Dracula and other supernatural creatures.
Gabriel Belmont	Protagonist in Castlevania: Lords of Shadow	Belmont is a knight who sets out on a quest to defeat the Lords of Shadow and save the world.
Gabriel Reyes/Reaper	Villain in Overwatch	Reaper is a mercenary who can become a ghost-like entity and is known for his ruthlessness.
Gabriel Macht	Actor in Suits	Macht portrays Harvey Specter, a top lawyer in a New York law firm, in the television series Suits.
Gabriel Martin	Protagonist in The Patriot	Martin is a farmer who becomes a leader in the American Revolutionary War after his family is killed by British soldiers.
Gabriel Oak	Protagonist in Far from the Madding Crowd	Oak is a shepherd who falls in love with Bathsheba Everdene in Thomas Hardy's novel Far from the Madding Crowd.
Gabriel Stokes	Character in The Walking Dead	Stokes is a survivor of the zombie apocalypse who serves as a mentor to the character Carl Grimes.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gabriel

What is the origin of the name Gabriel?	The name Gabriel has Hebrew origins and means "God is my strength".
Is Gabriel a popular name?	Yes, Gabriel is a popular name in many countries, including the United States, Canada, and Brazil.
Is Gabriel a unisex name?	No, Gabriel is traditionally a masculine name, although it has been used for females in some cultures.
What are some famous people with the name Gabriel?	Famous people with the name Gabriel include actor Gabriel Byrne, musician Gabriel Iglesias, and football player Gabriel Jesus.
What are some variations of the name Gabriel?	Variations of the name Gabriel include Gabrielle, Gabriela, Gabe, and Gabby.
What is the meaning behind the name Gabriel's popularity in Christianity?	Gabriel is an archangel in Christianity, and is known for delivering important messages from God. This association has likely contributed to the name's popularity in Christian communities.