Origin and Meaning of Grabriel
Meaning & Origin
God is my strength
Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name Gavri'el, which is composed of the elements 'gever' meaning 'man' or 'strong' and 'El' meaning 'God'.
Interesting Facts
- Gabriel is one of the archangels in Judeo-Christian tradition, often regarded as a messenger of God.
- The name Gabriel is used in various cultures, including Gabriel (Spanish), Gabriele (Italian), and Gavriel (Hebrew).
- Notable bearers of the name include the late American actor Gabriel Byrne and the renowned musician Gabriel Garcia Marquez as well as several prominent figures in religious texts.
- Gabriel has been a consistently popular name in many countries, often ranking in the top 100 boys' names in the United States.
- Variations of the name include Gabriele, Gavril, and Gabrielius in different languages and cultures.