Gabrielle
Gabrielle is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via French origin, meaning “God is my strength”.
| Meaning | God is my strength |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via French |
| Pronunciation | gab-ree-EL |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | France, Canada, United States, Belgium |
Meaning and origin of Gabrielle
Gabrielle is the French feminine form of Gabriel, from the Hebrew Gavri'el, usually explained as 'God is my strength' or 'strong man of God'. The angel Gabriel appears in the Book of Daniel and, in the Gospel of Luke, announces the births of John the Baptist and Jesus. The fashion designer Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel is a famous bearer.
Is Gabrielle a Christian name?
Gabrielle honours the angel Gabriel, who appears in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament and is also revered in Islam as Jibril.
How popular is Gabrielle?
A well-used name in France, Quebec and the United States.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gabrielle mean?
Gabrielle means 'God is my strength'. It is of Hebrew, via French origin.
Is Gabrielle a Christian name?
Gabrielle honours the angel Gabriel, who appears in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament and is also revered in Islam as Jibril.
How do you pronounce Gabrielle?
Gabrielle is pronounced gab-ree-EL.
Is Gabrielle a boy or girl name?
Gabrielle is usually a girl name.