Gavriela
Gavriela is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is my strength”.
| Meaning | God is my strength |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | גַּבְרִיאֵלָה |
| Pronunciation | gahv-ree-EL-ah |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Gavriela
Gavriela is the feminine of Gavriel, the Hebrew form of Gabriel, built from words meaning 'strong one' and El, 'God'. It is usually translated 'God is my strength'. The name parallels Gabriela or Gabriella in European languages but keeps the Hebrew v sound. It is used in Israel and by Jewish families abroad, often shortened to Gavi or Gabi.
Is Gavriela a Jewish name?
Gavriela is a modern feminine form of the angel Gabriel's name; it is not itself biblical but draws on the angel who appears in the Book of Daniel.
How popular is Gavriela?
Used in Israel and in Jewish communities, though less common than Gavriel.
Gifts with the name Gavriela
- Gavriela name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Gavriela baby gifts (Amazon)
- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Gavriela
Names similar to Gavriela
More Jewish girl names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gavriela mean?
Gavriela means 'God is my strength'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Gavriela a Jewish name?
Gavriela is a modern feminine form of the angel Gabriel's name; it is not itself biblical but draws on the angel who appears in the Book of Daniel.
How do you pronounce Gavriela?
Gavriela is pronounced gahv-ree-EL-ah.
Is Gavriela a boy or girl name?
Gavriela is usually a girl name.