Gabriel
Meaning of Gabriel
The name Gabriel is of Hebrew origin and means "God is my strength". It has been a popular choice for boys in the United States for many years, consistently ranking within the top 100 names since the early 1970s. Over the past two decades, it has frequently appeared in the top 50, reflecting its enduring appeal amongst parents. This classic name carries religious significance as well, being associated with one of the archangels in biblical tradition. A common short form of Gabriel is Gabe. Pronounced as /ˈɡeɪbriəl/ (gay-bree-ul) in English, this name exudes a sense of strength and spirituality that continues to resonate with families today.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as gay-bree-ul (/ˈɡeɪbriəl/)
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Notable People Named Gabriel
| Gabriel García Márquez, also known as Gabo or Gabito, was a renowned Colombian novelist, journalist, and Nobel Prize in Literature recipient. |
| Gabriel Fauré - Gabriel Urbain Fauré was a prominent French composer, organist, and pianist whose influential musical style inspired many 20th-century composers, with notable works including "Pavane," "Requiem," and "Sicilienne." |
| Gabriel Omar Batistuta, also known as Batigol and El Ángel Gabriel, is a former professional footballer from Argentina, renowned for his powerful striking ability and named one of the world's greatest living players by Pelé. |
| Gabriel Jesus - Gabriel Fernando de Jesus is a Brazilian professional footballer known for his role as a forward for Premier League club Arsenal and the Brazil national team. |
| Gabriel Alejandro Paletta is a retired professional footballer known for his career as a centre-back. |
| Gabriel Kahane is an American composer and singer-songwriter known for his diverse musical talents. |
| Gabriel John Scally is an Irish public health physician, former regional director of public health, visiting professor at the University of Bristol, and member of the Independent SAGE group. |
| Gabriel Richard was a French Roman Catholic priest known for his ministry to various communities in Southeast Michigan and his contributions to the rebuilding of Detroit after a devastating fire. |
| Gabriel Armando de Abreu, also known as Gabriel Paulista, is a Brazilian professional footballer and centre-back for La Liga club Valencia. |
| Gabriel Iglesias - Gabriel Jesús Iglesias is a well-known American stand-up comedian and actor, recognized for his numerous stand-up specials and appearances in TV shows and films, including the sitcom Mr. Iglesias and the movie Magic Mike. |
| Gabriel von Max - Gabriel Cornelius Ritter von Max was a Prague-born Austrian painter, professor, and collector of anthropological artifacts. |
| Gabriel Laderman was a prominent New York painter and a key figure in the Figurative revival of the 1950s and 1960s. |
| Andrei Gabriel Torje is a Romanian professional footballer known for his versatility as a right winger and ability to play on the left side of the field, currently playing for Liga II club Concordia Chiajna. |
| Henri Constant Gabriel Pierné was a versatile French composer, conductor, pianist, and organist. |
| Gabriel James Rains was a career United States Army officer and a brigadier general in the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War. |
