Gabriela name meaning

By Nishant Saini

Updated: May 30th, 2024

Gender: Girl

Origin: Hebrew

Usage: Portuguese, Italian, Romanian, Polish, English, Icelandic, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian

Pronunciation: pronunciation of Gabriela

gah-bree-el-ah

Meaning: Strong Man of God and Hero of God

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What does Gabriela mean?
Variations of Gabriela
Middle Names for Gabriela
How popular is Gabriela?
Popularity Chart
Similar Names to Gabriela
Sibling Names for Gabriela
Famous People Named Gabriela
Lists having Gabriela

What does Gabriela mean?

Gabriela's meaning is God is Strong or Hero of God is especially used in Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Italian, Polish, Romanian, Icelandic, Finnish, English and Portuguese that of Hebrew origin is a gender-neutral name .

Gabriela is variation of biblical and well-liked Gabriella. Gabriella is variant form of biblical and admired Gabriele. Gabriella is manly version of [Gabriel. Gabriella is Italian cognate of Gabriele. Gabriella means Heroine of God and God's Able-bodied One has its origin in Hebrew.

Gabriela is variant form of biblical and commonly accepted Gabriele. Gabriele is variant form of biblical and ceaseless Gabriel. Gabriele is equivalent of Gabriela in German language. Also Gabriele is Italian equivalent of Gabriel.

Cherished Gabriele is originated from Italian and Hebrew, Gabriele means "God is Strong and Hero of God".

How do I pronounce Gabriela?

The most common pronunciation of two syllabled Gabriela is gah-bree-el-ah. It can also be pronounced as g(a)-brie-la or gab-riela.

Variants of Gabriela

Gabriyel, Gabrielah, Gabriele, Gabriella, Gabriel, Gigi, Bria, Gabriellamarie, Anagabriela, Anna

Names that rhyme with Gabriela

How popular is the name Gabriela?

Gabriela was among the popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1903 around 79585 babies have been given the moniker. When at the peak of its usage in 2003, 3361 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 102nd position.

However after 134 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but still performing better than most of the names. Additionally, the name has been in the top 500 baby names 45 times Also, Gabriela was a popular name in Spain.

Over 7942 babies have been named Gabriela since 2002. At the peak of its usage in 2011, it ranked 61st when 745 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls. However after 15 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts but still going strong on charts.

Additionally, the moniker has been in the top 100 baby names 14 times

Gabriela is a common name in England and Wales given to over 2504 babies in 23 years. When at the peak of its usage in 2016, the moniker grabbed the 246th spot and 205 baby girls were given the name.

Also, Gabriela is common in France where over 1671 new-borns have been given the name since 1956. Currently the name is hotter than ever, 134 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 423rd position.

In Ireland, Gabriela is a familiar name where it has been in use since 2001 and has secured the place in top 200 names. In 2011, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 119 on girl names chart when 54 babies were given the name Gabriela.

Over 458 people have been named Gabriela in Ireland. Gabriela is a unique baby name in Switzerland, it has been in use since 1998 and was able to reach the top 200 names.

In 2010, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 180 on girl names chart when 42 babies were named Gabriela. Over 716 babies in Switzerland have been named Gabriela. Also, in Belgium, the name has been in use since 1995 and has secured the place in top 400 names.

In 2015, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 343 on girl names chart when 30 babies were named Gabriela. Over 331 babies in Belgium have been named Gabriela.

However things change on global perspective, Gabriela is extremely popular in Mexico where every 1 in 400 have the name as well as in, Argentina, Brazil and Romania.

Also the baby name is popular in Poland, Chile, Ecuador, Germany, Venezuela, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Bolivia, Peru, Colombia, Mozambique, Portugal, Guatemala, Uruguay, Austria, Costa Rica, Angola, Paraguay, Bulgaria, Dominican Republic and Honduras.

At least, 1360000 people globally have carried Gabriela as their given name according to our findings.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2023	0	0	297	1041
2022	0	0	339	950
2021	0	0	343	919
2020	0	0	322	960
2019	0	0	335	952
2018	0	0	325	1000
2017	0	0	280	1157
2016	0	0	252	1248
2015	0	0	256	1260
2014	0	0	232	1413

View more ▾View full list ▾^{[1] Source: Social Security Administration}

Facts

Gabriela in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	0	5	267	258
	0	0	0	658
	0	5	1288	744
	0	5	302	577
	0	0	465	0

Here's what numbers has to say about Gabriela

You don't take them seriously because of their mediocre lives. When it comes to friendships, you respect the people you hang out with and you are always there to give a hand when needed. Allow your creativity to take over your mind and just be who you truly are. You can't stand in one place for a long time because it bores you. Working on your career is what makes you happy. You love to change and can't stand constancy and monotony.

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Middle names for Gabriela

There are many endearing and mainstream middle names that are commonly paired with Gabriela.

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Sibling Names for Gabriela

Gabriela is a beautiful and classic name with Spanish and Italian origins that means "God is my strength". If you are looking for sibling names that complement this name, we have curated a list of options that will provide inspiration for your bundle of joy. Let's take a look at some of the best names to pair with Gabriela!

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Famous people named Gabriela

Gabriela Scherer, Swiss mezzo-soprano
Gabriela Beňačková, Czech lyric soprano of Slovak origin
Gabriela Svobodová, former Czechoslovak cross-country skier
Gabriela Dudeková, Slovak historian
Gabriela Crețu, Romanian politician and member of the Social Democratic Party
Gabriela Stacherová, Slovak slalom canoeist
Gabriela Lena Frank, American pianist and composer of contemporary classical music
Gabriela Arroyo, former member of the Workers' Party of Argentina
Gabriela Sánchez, contestant on the Mexican reality show
Gabriela Mistral, Chilean poet-diplomat, educator and humanist
Gabriela Silang, Filipina revolutionary leader best known as the first female leader of a Filipino movement for independence
Gabriela Sabatini, Argentine former professional tennis player
Gabriela Zapolska, Polish novelist, playwright, naturalist writer
Gabriela Szabo, retired Romanian runner
Gabriela Bustelo, Spanish author, journalist and translator
Gabriela Pérez del Solar, On July 27, 2006 she assumed a position
Gabriela Montero, Venezuelan pianist, known
Gabriela Masłowska, Polish politician
Gabriela Andersen-Schiess, former Swiss long-distance runner
Gabriela Spanic, Venezuelan actress and singer
Gabriela Adameșteanu, Romanian novelist, short story writer, essayist
Gabriela Brimmer, writer and activist for persons with disabilities
Gabriela Cuevas Barron, Mexican politician
Gabriela Anders, Argentine singer and pianist
Gabriela Villalba, Ecuadorian singer and actress
Gabriela Barros, Chilean actress and model
Gabriela von Habsburg, granddaughter of Charles I
Gabriela Medina, Mexican sprinter who specializes in the 400 metres
Gabriela Barajas in El asesino de cumbres as Actress
Gabriela Salas in Amigomío as Actress
Gabriela Murray in La historia de I y O as Actress
Gabriela Tscherniak in Berlin Nights as Director
Gabriela Aisenberg in A Booboo on the Pygmy Marmoset as Actress
Gabriela Martins in Por Uma Noite Apenas as Actress
Gabriela Gomez in Mirror Neurons as Director
Gabriela Ramírez in El club as Actress
Gabriela Carrillo in Rosa, heredera as Actress
Gabriela Mandujano was a Chilean feminist activist and politician best known for her work in favor of women's rights and the female vote in Chile.
Gabriela Acher acted in movie Eversmile, New Jersey
In 1999 action and crime movie, Una tumba abandonada, Gabriela del Valle played Leticia.
In 1989, Gabriela Hassel characterized the role of Paulina in horror and mystery movie Vacaciones de terror.
In 1926 flick, Una lección de amor, Gabriela Montes played N.
In 1991, Gabriela Obregón played the role of N in adventure, comedy flick Instinto de supervivencia.
In 1992 movie, Die Flucht, Gabriela Skrabáková played N.
Gabriela Stern, from 2013 drama film Fall from Paradise, who played Juliette.
In 2010 drama flick, Octubre, Gabriela Velásquez characterized Sofía.
Gabriela Montani, from 1917 drama flick Entre Dois Amores, who characterized the N.
In 1979 movie, En la cuerda del hambre, Gabriela Alatriste portrayed N.
In 1982, Gabriela Gonzalez played the role of N in drama flick Historias de vida.
Gabriela Muskala, from 2015 comedy, drama movie Moje córki krowy, who portrayed the Kasia.
In 2010, Gabriela Aguilera characterized the role of Lucía in drama flick Lucía.
In 2016 comedy and drama flick, Una Noche En Mexico, Gabriela Reynoso portrayed Carmen Valdez.
In 1984 family film, Vsichni mají talent, Gabriela Galetková portrayed N.
In 2006, Gabriela Bertolone played the role of Madre de Estela in drama, romance movie Una estrella y dos cafés.
In 2016, Gabriela Ruiz characterized the role of Mamá de Emiliano in comedy, drama film Los que no saben volar.
Gabriela Hersham, from 2011 drama and romance flick A Happy Ending, who portrayed Shelby.
In 2010 action flick, Carmilla, Gabriela Cóceres characterized Inés Jimena.

Sources

Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
Instituto Nacional de Estadística, https://www.ine.es/dyngs/INEbase/en/operacion.htm?c=Estadistica_C&cid=1254736177009&menu=resultados&idp=1254734710990#_tabs-1254736195498
Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
Office fédéral de la statistique, https://www.bfs.admin.ch/bfs/fr/home/statistiques/population/naissances-deces/prenoms-nouveaux-nes.html

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