Gabrielle
Gabrielle is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is my strength.
Origin and history
Gabrielle is the French feminine form of Gabriel, originating from Hebrew roots meaning 'God is my strength'. It gained widespread popularity in the United States in the late 20th century and remains a classic, well-recognized choice. Today, it stands as a timeless French-inspired traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
138,782 babies in the United States have been named Gabrielle since 1880. It ranks #292 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #490.
States where it is most popular
- NY (8.9 %)
- CA (8 %)
- TX (6.6 %)
- PA (5.4 %)
- FL (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 29 |
| 1900-1910 | 70 |
| 1910-1920 | 283 |
| 1920-1930 | 344 |
| 1930-1940 | 223 |
| 1940-1950 | 346 |
| 1950-1960 | 790 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,241 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,774 |
| 1980-1990 | 11,513 |
| 1990-2000 | 49,818 |
| 2000-2010 | 47,023 |
| 2010-2019 | 18,586 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,742 |
Famous people named Gabrielle
- Gabrielle Union: Actress, Producer
- Gabrielle Giffords: Politician, Advocate
- Gabrielle Reece: Athlete, Model
Nicknames
Gabby, Gabi, Gabbie, Ella, Brie
Fun facts
- Gabrielle originated in France as the feminine counterpart to the traditional masculine name Gabriel.
- Legendary French fashion designer Coco Chanel was born Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel.