Gabriel
Gabriel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin. It means ‘God is my strength’ or ‘God’s able-bodied one’. In Abrahamic religions, Gabriel is an archangel, often depicted as God’s messenger.
Gabriel Meaning
God is my strength
Historical Significance
Gabriel has been a popular name in Christian and Jewish cultures for centuries, associated with the archangel Gabriel from religious texts.
Fun Fact
In Islam, the angel Gabriel (Jibril) is believed to have revealed the Quran to Muhammad.
Literature Reference
Gabriel García Márquez, the Nobel Prize-winning Colombian author, brought literary fame to the name.
Music Reference
The song ‘In Your Eyes’ by Peter Gabriel (1986) features the artist’s first name in his stage name.
Famous Namesakes
- Gabriel García Márquez: Author, known for ‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’, ‘Love in the Time of Cholera’
- Peter Gabriel: Musician, Singer-Songwriter, known for ‘Sledgehammer’, ‘In Your Eyes’
- Gabriel Macht: Actor, known for ‘Suits’, ‘The Spirit’
Similar Names
Gabriel Nicknames
Gabe, Gabby, Gabi
Related Names
Sibling Names
Michael, Raphael, Daniel, Samuel, David, Elijah, Noah, Sarah, Rachel, Hannah, Abigail, Rebecca, Leah, Miriam