Gabriela

Girl's name

Gabriela is a feminine form of Gabriel, derived from the Hebrew name Gavri'el, meaning "God is my strength."

Meaning Hero of god
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 1,059
Peak year 2003

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Gabriela Mistral - Nobel Prize-winning poet from Chile.
  • Gabriela Sabatini - Argentine tennis player, Grand Slam champion.
  • Gabriela Spanic - Venezuelan actress, known for telenovelas.
  • Gabriela Isler - Miss Universe 2013 from Venezuela.
  • Gabriela Hearst - Fashion designer known for sustainable luxury.
  • Gabriela Cowperthwaite - Director of documentary "Blackfish."
  • Gabriela Montero - Venezuelan pianist known for improvisation.
  • Gabriela Szabo - Romanian Olympic middle-distance runner.
  • Gabriela Firea - Romanian politician, former mayor of Bucharest.
  • Gabriela Bo - Brazilian model and actress.

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