Gabriel (given name)

Gabriel is a given name derived from the Hebrew name Gaḇrīʾēl (גַבְרִיאֵל) meaning "God is my strength". The name was popularized by the association with the angel Gabriel. In some rare cases it can be written as Gabryel.

Gabriel
PronunciationEnglish: /ˈɡbriəl/ GAY-bree-əl
French: [ɡabʁijɛl]
Spanish: [ɡaˈβɾjel]
Language(s)Hebrew
Origin
Word/nameHebrew גַבְרִיאֵל
Meaning"God's strength"
Region of originIsrael
Other names
Related names
  • Gabriella
  • Gabrielle
  • Gabrijel
  • Gabor
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