Gabriel

Boy's name

Gabriel is a Hebrew name meaning "God is my strength." It is derived from the Hebrew name Gavri'el, composed of the elements "gavri" and "el."

Meaning Hero of god
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 6,379 Falling
Peak year 2008

Appears In These Collections

Biblical Spanish Beautiful

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Gabriel García Márquez - Nobel Prize-winning author.
  • Gabriel Iglesias - Comedian known as "Fluffy."
  • Gabriel Batistuta - Argentine soccer legend.
  • Gabriel Jesus - Brazilian soccer star.
  • Gabriel Byrne - Irish actor in "The Usual Suspects."
  • Gabriel Macht - Actor in "Suits" TV series.
  • Gabriel Aubry - Model and ex-partner of Halle Berry.
  • Gabriel Landeskog - NHL hockey player for Colorado Avalanche.
  • Gabriel Heinze - Former Argentine soccer player turned coach.
  • Gabriel Garko - Italian actor and model.

Brothers for Gabriel

Boy names closely related to Gabriel

Liam Joshua Jordan Caleb Noah Christopher Richard Kevin

Sisters for Gabriel

Girl names closely related to Gabriel

Olivia Emma Faith Abigail Layla Sophia Annalise Alice

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Gabriel

Briella Brielle Gabriela Gabriell Gabriella Gabrielle

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