Gabrielle

God is my strength — a girl name of French origin

GenderGirl
OriginFrench
MeaningGod is my strength
Pronunciationgah-bree-ELL

Popularity of Gabrielle in the United States

#633Rank in 2025
459Births in 2025
#46 in 1999Peak Popularity
↓ Declining10-Year Trend

Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Meaning & Origin of Gabrielle

Gabrielle is the French feminine form of Gabriel, derived from the Hebrew "Gavriel," meaning "God is my strength." The archangel Gabriel's prominence in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic scripture gave the root name enduring cross-cultural significance. Gabrielle rose to popularity in the English-speaking world throughout the 20th century as a softer, more elaborate alternative to Gabriela and Gabriella. It remains a graceful, timeless choice associated with strength and elegance in equal measure.

Gabrielle Around the World

Gabrielle is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 9+ international variants.

Languages
FrenchDutch
Details

TypeFemale given name

International Variants
GabriellaItalian
Gabi
GabyFrench
GabrielaPolish
GabrieleGerman
GabríellaIcelandic
GabriëlleDutch
GabryelleEnglish
Gabriell

Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.

Nicknames for Gabrielle

GabbyGabiElle

Famous People Named Gabrielle

  • Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel — French fashion designer
  • Gabrielle Union — American actress
  • Gabby Douglas — American Olympic gymnast, born Gabrielle

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Gabrielle mean?

Gabrielle is a girl name of French origin meaning "God is my strength." Gabrielle is the French feminine form of Gabriel, derived from the Hebrew "Gavriel," meaning "God is my strength." The archangel Gabriel's prominence in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic scripture gave the root name enduring cross-cultural significance.

How do you pronounce Gabrielle?

Gabrielle is pronounced gah-bree-ELL. Common variations include Gabriella, Gabriela, Gabriele.

Is Gabrielle a girl name?

Yes, Gabrielle is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Gabby, Gabi, Elle.

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