Gabriel
Hebrew boy's name meaning “God is my strength”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Meaning
- God is my strength
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 7
- US rank (2023)
- #38
- Born in 2023
- 6,777
Meaning & origin
Gabriel comes from the Hebrew Gavriel, 'God is my strength'. Gabriel is an archangel and messenger in several faiths.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Gabriel ranked #38 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 6,777 US boys were given the name Gabriel.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #24 in 2008
“Unranked” means Gabriel was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Gabe
Gabriel: frequently asked questions
What does the name Gabriel mean?
Gabriel is a Hebrew name meaning "God is my strength". Gabriel comes from the Hebrew Gavriel, 'God is my strength'. Gabriel is an archangel and messenger in several faiths.
Where does the name Gabriel come from?
Gabriel is of Hebrew origin. Gabriel comes from the Hebrew Gavriel, 'God is my strength'. Gabriel is an archangel and messenger in several faiths.
Is Gabriel a boy or a girl name?
Gabriel is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Gabriel?
In 2023, 6,777 US boys were given the name Gabriel.
Is Gabriel a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Gabriel ranked #38 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Gabriel?
Common nicknames for Gabriel include Gabe.