Gabriel
Gabriel is a Christian boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is my strength”.
| Meaning | God is my strength |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | גַּבְרִיאֵל |
| Pronunciation | GAY-bree-əl |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | United States, France, Brazil, Spain |
Meaning and origin of Gabriel
Gabriel comes from the Hebrew Gavri'el, often explained as 'God is my strength' or 'man of God'. In the Bible he is the angel who appears to Daniel, to Zechariah and to Mary, announcing the birth of Jesus. In Islam, Jibril is the angel who brought the Quran to Muhammad. It is popular in many languages worldwide.
Is Gabriel a Christian name?
Gabriel is the archangel of the Bible, honoured in Judaism, Christianity and Islam (as Jibril).
How popular is Gabriel?
Very popular worldwide.
Gifts with the name Gabriel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gabriel mean?
Gabriel means 'God is my strength'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Gabriel a Christian name?
Gabriel is the archangel of the Bible, honoured in Judaism, Christianity and Islam (as Jibril).
How do you pronounce Gabriel?
Gabriel is pronounced GAY-bree-əl.
Is Gabriel a boy or girl name?
Gabriel is usually a boy name.