Origin and Meaning of Gabriela
Meaning & Origin
God is my strength
Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name Gabriel, which comes from the elements 'Gever' meaning 'man' or 'warrior' and 'El' meaning 'God'.
Interesting Facts
- Gabriela is the feminine form of Gabriel and is popular in many Spanish-speaking countries.
- The name Gabriela has various forms in different languages, including Gabrielle (French) and Gabriele (Italian).
- Notable bearers include Gabriela Mistral, the Chilean poet and Nobel laureate, known for her influential literary works.
- Gabriela saw a surge in popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
- Related variations of the name include Gaby, Gabe, and Gabrielle.