Gabriel
Gabriel first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2008, when 13,041 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,569.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Gabriel popular?
Declining Gabriel is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2008 peak.
| 2020s | 41,496 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 105,621 | |
| 2000s | 119,830 | |
| 1990s | 54,819 | |
| 1980s | 32,320 | |
| 1970s | 24,390 | |
| 1960s | 6,159 | |
| 1950s | 3,204 | |
| 1940s | 2,039 | |
| 1930s | 1,839 | |
| 1920s | 2,201 | |
| 1910s | 1,335 | |
| 1900s | 234 | |
| 1890s | 144 | |
| 1880s | 147 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Gabriel mean?
Gabriel is from the Hebrew Gavriʾel, “God is my strength.” Gabriel is one of the archangels who appears in Jewish, Christian and Islamic tradition.
Nicknames for Gabriel
- Gabe
Variants & spellings
- Gabriele
- Jibril
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gabriel mean?
Gabriel means God is my strength. Gabriel is from the Hebrew Gavriʾel, “God is my strength.” Gabriel is one of the archangels who appears in Jewish, Christian and Islamic tradition.
What is the origin of the name Gabriel?
Gabriel is of Hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Gabriel?
Gabriel is pronounced “GAY-bree-el.”
Is Gabriel a boy or a girl name?
Gabriel is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Gabriel a popular name right now?
Gabriel is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2008 peak.
How popular is the name Gabriel?
In 2025, Gabriel ranked #37 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Gabriel most popular?
Gabriel was most popular in 2008, when about 13,041 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Gabriel?
Common nicknames for Gabriel include Gabe.
What names are similar to Gabriel?
Names similar to Gabriel include Michael, Raphael, Daniel, Elijah.
What names go well with Gabriel?
Hebrew names that pair well with Gabriel include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.