"God is my strength"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Gabriela
Pronunciation: [ g-ahbr-ee-EHL-ah ]
Girl Name
#298 Most Popular
Steady
4 Syllables
Carried by an angel — 'God is my strength'
Spanish
Portuguese
Italian
Latin American
Eastern European
Classic
Elegant
Spiritual
Romantic
Meaning & Origin
"mighty man of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
The Story of Gabriela
Gabriela is the Spanish and Portuguese feminine form of Gabriel, from the Hebrew name Gavri'el (גַּבְרִיאֵל), meaning 'God is my strength' or 'mighty man of God.' In the Bible, Gabriel is one of only three named angels (alongside Michael and Raphael), serving as God's primary messenger — appearing to Daniel, Zechariah, and the Virgin Mary. The feminine form Gabriela has been embraced across the Catholic world for centuries.
Gabriela has been a consistent top-100 name in the US, especially in the Hispanic community, for decades. Its popularity was reinforced by Nobel Prize-winning Chilean poet Gabriela Mistral and tennis star Gabriela Sabatini in the 1980s-90s.
The angel Gabriel announcing the birth of Jesus to Mary (the Annunciation) makes Gabriela/Gabriel one of the most spiritually significant names in Christianity and Islam. In Islam, Jibreel (Gabriel) revealed the Quran to Muhammad, giving the name equal reverence across three Abrahamic faiths.
Fun Facts
- Gabriela Mistral was the first Latin American to win the Nobel Prize in Literature (1945)
- The angel Gabriel appears in the Bible (Old and New Testament), the Quran, and the Book of Mormon
- Tennis player Gabriela Sabatini won the 1990 US Open and was one of the highest-paid female athletes of the 1990s
Gabriela in Other Languages
Arabic
غابرييلا
French
Gabrielle
Hebrew
גַּבְרִיאֵלָה
Italian
Gabriella
Spanish
Gabriela
Japanese
ガブリエラ
Portuguese
Gabriela
Famous People Named Gabriela
G
Gabriela Sabatini
Athlete
1970
Argentine tennis legend who won the 1990 US Open and was world #3
G
Gabriela Mistral
Writer
1889
Chilean poet and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate (1945), first Latin American to receive the prize
G
Gabriela Montez Fictional
Other
Lead female character in Disney's High School Musical franchise, played by Vanessa Hudgens
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #298
- Total SSA Count
- 1,059
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Portuguese Italian Latin American Eastern European
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Gabi
Brie
Ella
Gabby
Gaby
Pairs Well With
Gabriela Maria
Gabriela Rose
Gabriela Sofia
Gabriela Elena
Gabriela Valentina
Gabriela Cristina
Gabriela Luz
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Gabriela is also used as a boy name, ranked #7045.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gabriela
What does the name Gabriela mean?
"God is my strength" (from Hebrew). "mighty man of God" (from Hebrew). Gabriela is the Spanish and Portuguese feminine form of Gabriel, from the Hebrew name Gavri'el (גַּבְרִיאֵל), meaning 'God is my strength' or 'mighty man of God.' In the Bible, Gabriel is one of only three named angels (alongside Michael and Raphael), serving as God's primary messenger — appearing to Daniel, Zechariah, and the Virgin Mary. The feminine form Gabriela has been embraced across the Catholic world for centuries.
What is the origin of the name Gabriela?
Gabriela has Hebrew, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Latin American, and Eastern European origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my strength". In Hebrew, it means "mighty man of God".
Is Gabriela a boy or girl name?
Gabriela is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #298. As a boy name, it is ranked #7045. Gabriela is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Gabriela?
Gabriela is pronounced g-ahbr-ee-EHL-ah.
How popular is the name Gabriela?
Gabriela is currently ranked #298 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Gabriela?
Common nicknames for Gabriela include Gabi, Brie, Ella, Gabby, and Gaby.
What are good middle names for Gabriela?
Popular middle name pairings include Gabriela Maria, Gabriela Rose, Gabriela Sofia, Gabriela Elena, Gabriela Valentina, Gabriela Cristina, and Gabriela Luz.
What are good sibling names for Gabriela?
Names that pair well with Gabriela as siblings include Valentina, Isabella, Catalina, Mateo, Santiago, Rafael, and Lucia.
How many syllables does Gabriela have?
Gabriela has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Gabriela a common or rare name?
Gabriela is a popular name, ranked #298 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Gabriela
Gabriela is a girl name with Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Latin American, and Eastern European origins . The name means "God is my strength" in Hebrew .
Is Gabriela a boy or girl name? Gabriela is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #298 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #7,045. Gabriela is more commonly used as a girl name.
Gabriela is currently ranked #298 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Gabriela has 4 syllables and is pronounced g-ahbr-ee-EHL-ah, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Gabriela include Gabi, Brie, Ella, Gabby, and Gaby. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gabriela include Gabriella, Gabrielle . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.