Gabriela
Gabriela is the feminine form of Gabriel, derived from Hebrew meaning 'God is my strength' or 'heroine of God.' This romantic name has deep biblical roots and is widely used across Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Eastern European cultures.
Current Popularity
#298 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in multiple languages
- •Works well in both English and Spanish-speaking countries
- •Offers versatile nickname options from playful to sophisticated
- •Strong spiritual meaning appeals to many families
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Famous People
Gabriela Mistral
Chilean poet and Nobel Prize laureate
Gabriela Sabatini
Argentine tennis champion
Gabriela Cowperthwaite
Documentary filmmaker
Gabriela Hearst
Fashion designer
Statistics
85,206
Total births since 1880
2003
Peak year
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