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Garbriel

Male

« Gabriel is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is my strength', derived from 'gever' meaning 'strength' or 'hero'. »

#24861 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Gabriel is a name of Hebrew origin that means "God is my strength." It is derived from the Hebrew word "gever," which means "strength" or "hero," and the suffix "-el," which denotes "of God." The name Gabriel has a significant historical and cultural background. In the Bible, Gabriel is an archangel who appears in both the Old Testament and the New Testament. He is known for announcing the birth of Jesus Christ to the Virgin Mary in the Gospel of Luke. In Islamic tradition, Gabriel is also considered a revered figure. Known as Jibreel, he is believed to be the angel who brought revelations from Allah to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel. The name Gabriel has been popular throughout history and across various cultures. In literature, notable examples include John Milton's "Paradise Lost," where Gabriel is depicted as a mighty archangel leading the armies of heaven against those of hell. In more recent times, Gabriel García Márquez, the Nobel laureate author from Colombia, brought the name to prominence in the literary world. The name Gabriel has also been used by several notable figures throughout history, such as Gabriel Fauré, a French composer known for his Requiem and other works; Gabriel García Moreno, the first president of Ecuador; and Gabriel D'Annunzio, an Italian poet, dramatist, and nationalist leader.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Garbriel since 1880

Total births
31
Total since 1880
Peak year
1984
8 births
in 2005
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years