Gabriella Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Gabriella is the feminine form of Gabriel, which comes from the Hebrew name Gavri’el, composed of the elements “gever” (meaning strong) and “el” (referring to God)​

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A Deep Dive

Gabriella Overview

Meaning

God is my strength, devoted of God

Gender

Girl

Origin

Italian

Etymology

Derived from the Hebrew name “Gabri’el,” meaning “God is my strength.” Over time, it evolved through Greek and Latin forms into the Italian and Spanish name “Gabriella.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˌɡæbriˈɛlə/

Popularity

Gabriella is popular in many countries, including Italy, Spain, and the USA. Ranked in the top 50 names for girls in 2023 in the USA.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

9 letters

Numerology

4 (Orderly, Steady, Service-oriented)

Name Styles

Traditional, Religious and Spiritual, Popular, Cute

Associated Traits

Graceful, nurturing, creative, compassionate

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Gabriella is associated with the Archangel Gabriel, who is a prominent figure in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism, known for delivering important messages from God.

Name Day

September 29th (Feast of the Archangels in the Roman Catholic Church)
A Deep Dive

Gabriella Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Gabriela, Gabrielle, Gavriella, Gabriele, Gavriela, Gabrijela, Gabrila, Gabrielly, Gabbriella, Gabriellah

Common Nicknames

Gabby, Belle, Ellie, Rella, Gae, Gabbi, Gabri, Gabita, Gabbie

Diminutives

Gabi, Gabs, Gabz, Gabey, Bria, Ria, Ella, Brie, Bri

Famous People

  • Gabriella Wilde
    (British Actress)
  • Gabriella Cilmi
    (Australian Singer)
  • Gabriella Papadakis
    (French Ice Dancer)
  • Gabriella Pession
    (Italian-American Actress)
  • Gabriella Ferri
    (Italian Singer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Gabriella Montez
    ("High School Musical," Film Series)
  • "Gabriella's Song"
    (Novel)
  • Gabriella Silang
    ("Gabriella Silang," TV Series)
  • Gabriella
    ("Gabriella, Clove, and Cinnamon," Novel)

Places

  • Santa Gabriella Park
    (California, USA)
  • Villa Gabriella
    (Tuscany, Italy)

What Is the Meaning of Gabriella?

The name Gabriella means “God is my strength” or “devoted to God,” imbued with the essence of compassion, strength, and inner resilience.

What Is the Origin of The Name Gabriella?

Gabriella originates from the Hebrew name Gabriel. It has been widely used in various cultures, especially in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries.

Gabriella Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Gabriella in the U.S. over the Years

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Annual Statistics Breakdown for Gabriella

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
202389
No change from 2022
2782
(-95 from 2022)
0.15904
202289
(-6 from 2021)
2877
(-231 from 2021)
0.16045
202183
(-6 from 2020)
3108
(-131 from 2020)
0.17348
202077
(-2 from 2019)
3239
(-251 from 2019)
0.18323
201975
(-6 from 2018)
3490
(-217 from 2018)
0.19020
201869
(-4 from 2017)
3707
(-193 from 2017)
0.19934
201765
(-4 from 2016)
3900
(-359 from 2016)
0.20644
201661
(-7 from 2015)
4259
(-371 from 2015)
0.22000
201554
(-12 from 2014)
4630
(-475 from 2014)
0.23733
201442
(-4 from 2013)
5105
(-110 from 2013)
0.26095
201338
(-1 from 2012)
5215
(-295 from 2012)
0.27053
201237
(-3 from 2011)
5510
(-595 from 2011)
0.28410
201134
(-1 from 2010)
6105
(-77 from 2010)
0.31507
201033
No change from 2009
6182
(+30 from 2009)
0.31530
200933
(+2 from 2008)
6152
(+115 from 2008)
0.30379
200835
(+3 from 2007)
6037
(+198 from 2007)
0.28984
200738
(+12 from 2006)
5839
(+467 from 2006)
0.27588
200650
(+11 from 2005)
5372
(+549 from 2005)
0.25697
200561
(+15 from 2004)
4823
(+567 from 2004)
0.23764
200476
(+1 from 2003)
4256
(+235 from 2003)
0.21092
200377
(-1 from 2002)
4021
(+110 from 2002)
0.20040
200276
(+7 from 2001)
3911
(+297 from 2001)
0.19802
200183
(+15 from 2000)
3614
(+245 from 2000)
0.18244
200098
(+9 from 1999)
3369
(+218 from 1999)
0.16881
1999107
(+9 from 1998)
3151
(+226 from 1998)
0.16186
1998116
(+7 from 1997)
2925
(+312 from 1997)
0.15089
1997123
(+16 from 1996)
2613
(+290 from 1996)
0.13686
1996139
(+4 from 1995)
2323
(+78 from 1995)
0.12116
1995143
(+17 from 1994)
2245
(+249 from 1994)
0.11683
1994160
(+47 from 1993)
1996
(+591 from 1993)
0.10239
1993207
(+2 from 1992)
1405
(+35 from 1992)
0.07126
1992209
(+25 from 1991)
1370
(+177 from 1991)
0.06834
1991234
(+58 from 1990)
1193
(+247 from 1990)
0.05867
1990292
(+154 from 1989)
946
(+402 from 1989)
0.04605
1989446
(+50 from 1988)
544
(+88 from 1988)
0.02731
1988496
(+80 from 1987)
456
(+112 from 1987)
0.02371
1987576
(+221 from 1986)
344
(+133 from 1986)
0.01835
1986797
(-61 from 1985)
211
(-24 from 1985)
0.01143
1985736
(+220 from 1984)
235
(+84 from 1984)
0.01273
1984956
(+203 from 1983)
151
(+37 from 1983)
0.00837
19831159
(+69 from 1982)
114
(+6 from 1982)
0.00637
19821228
(-207 from 1981)
108
(-33 from 1981)
0.00595
19811021
(+239 from 1980)
141
(+38 from 1980)
0.00788
19801260
(-125 from 1979)
103
(-15 from 1979)
0.00578
19791135
(+27 from 1978)
118
(+9 from 1978)
0.00685
19781162
(+163 from 1977)
109
(+22 from 1977)
0.00663
19771325
(-165 from 1976)
87
(-12 from 1976)
0.00529
19761160
(-49 from 1975)
99
(-6 from 1975)
0.00630
19751111
(-117 from 1974)
105
(-17 from 1974)
0.00673
1974994
(+190 from 1973)
122
(+31 from 1973)
0.00779
19731184
(-153 from 1972)
91
(-22 from 1972)
0.00586
19721031
(+7 from 1971)
113
(-4 from 1971)
0.00701
19711038
(-2 from 1970)
117
(-2 from 1970)
0.00668
19701036
(+73 from 1969)
119
(+20 from 1969)
0.00650
19691109
(+277 from 1968)
99
(+34 from 1968)
0.00562
19681386
(-222 from 1967)
65
(-18 from 1967)
0.00380
19671164
(+297 from 1966)
83
(+26 from 1966)
0.00483
19661461
(-221 from 1965)
57
(-18 from 1965)
0.00325
19651240
(+230 from 1964)
75
(+16 from 1964)
0.00410
19641470
(-151 from 1963)
59
(-11 from 1963)
0.00301
19631319
(+64 from 1962)
70
(+6 from 1962)
0.00352
19621383
(+116 from 1961)
64
(+8 from 1961)
0.00316
19611499
(+425 from 1960)
56
(+21 from 1960)
0.00270
19601924
(+311 from 1959)
35
(+9 from 1959)
0.00168
19592235
(-378 from 1958)
26
(-9 from 1958)
0.00125
19581857
(+310 from 1957)
35
(+9 from 1957)
0.00169
19572167
(-64 from 1956)
26
(-1 from 1956)
0.00124
19562103
(+623 from 1955)
27
(+10 from 1955)
0.00131
19552726
(-135 from 1954)
17
(-1 from 1954)
0.00085
19542591
(+515 from 1953)
18
(+5 from 1953)
0.00090
19533106
(-695 from 1952)
13
(-6 from 1952)
0.00067
19522411
(-20 from 1951)
19
(+1 from 1951)
0.00100
19512391
(+1032 from 1950)
18
(+8 from 1950)
0.00097
19503423
(-424 from 1949)
10
(-2 from 1949)
0.00057
19492999
(+594 from 1948)
12
(+3 from 1948)
0.00068
19483593
(+753 from 1947)
9
(+2 from 1947)
0.00052
19474346
(-681 from 1946)
7
(-1 from 1946)
0.00039
19463665
(+11 from 1945)
8
(+1 from 1945)
0.00050
19453676
(+11 from 1944)
7
No change from 1944
0.00052
19443687
(+114 from 1943)
7
No change from 1943
0.00051
19433801
(-607 from 1942)
7
(-2 from 1942)
0.00049
19423194
(+365 from 1941)
9
(+2 from 1941)
0.00065
19413559
(-822 from 1940)
7
(-3 from 1940)
0.00056
19402737
(+444 from 1938)
10
(+2 from 1938)
0.00085
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19383181
(+253 from 1937)
8
(+1 from 1937)
0.00070
19373434
(+747 from 1936)
7
(+2 from 1936)
0.00064
19364181
(-440 from 1935)
5
(-1 from 1935)
0.00046
19353741
(-1175 from 1934)
6
(-5 from 1934)
0.00055
19342566
(+840 from 1933)
11
(+4 from 1933)
0.00102
19333406
(+1005 from 1932)
7
(+2 from 1932)
0.00067
19324411
(-2306 from 1931)
5
(-10 from 1931)
0.00045
19312105
(+950 from 1930)
15
(+6 from 1930)
0.00136
19303055
(-134 from 1929)
9
(-1 from 1929)
0.00077
19292921
(-540 from 1928)
10
(-4 from 1928)
0.00086
19282381
(+52 from 1927)
14
No change from 1927
0.00117
19272433
(+275 from 1926)
14
(+2 from 1926)
0.00113
19262708
(-762 from 1925)
12
(-8 from 1925)
0.00098
19251946
(+266 from 1924)
20
(+3 from 1924)
0.00158
19242212
(+520 from 1923)
17
(+5 from 1923)
0.00131
19232732
(-253 from 1922)
12
(-2 from 1922)
0.00096
19222479
(-658 from 1921)
14
(-9 from 1921)
0.00112
19211821
(+351 from 1920)
23
(+6 from 1920)
0.00180
19202172
(-183 from 1919)
17
(-1 from 1919)
0.00137
19191989
(+113 from 1918)
18
(+1 from 1918)
0.00153
19182102
(+102 from 1917)
17
(+2 from 1917)
0.00141
19172204
(-399 from 1916)
15
(-4 from 1916)
0.00133
19161805
(+78 from 1915)
19
(+2 from 1915)
0.00175
19151883
(+126 from 1914)
17
(+5 from 1914)
0.00166
19142009
(+1178 from 1913)
12
(+7 from 1913)
0.00151
19133187
(-1206 from 1912)
5
(-4 from 1912)
0.00076
19121981
(+482 from 1911)
9
(+4 from 1911)
0.00153
19112463
(-829 from 1910)
5
(-4 from 1910)
0.00113
19101634
(+323 from 1909)
9
(+3 from 1909)
0.00215
19091957
(-318 from 1907)
6
(-1 from 1907)
0.00163
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19071639
(-502 from 1903)
7
(-3 from 1903)
0.00207
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19031137
(+82 from 1902)
10
(+1 from 1902)
0.00359
19021219
(+377 from 1899)
9
(+4 from 1899)
0.00321
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18991596
(-386 from 1890)
5
(-1 from 1890)
0.00202
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18901210
First SSA data recorded
6
First SSA data recorded
0.00298
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Gabriella

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#432021#512022#502023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#1182021#1182022#1112023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#922021#962022#1002023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#362021#452022#482023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#432021#462022#422023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#642021#682022#692023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#732021#742022#962023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#632021#1042022#862023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#632021#872022#922023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#512021#582022#612023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#932021#1022022#742023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1032021#952022#912023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1292021#1142022#1482023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1162021#1082022#1442023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#342021#392022#482023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#952021#672022#532023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1262021#1322022#1242023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1512021#1382022#1212023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#962021#1142022#1422023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#902021#1722022#1012023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1232021#1182022#1352023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1352021#1472022#1592023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1382021#1702022#1952023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1732021#1592022#1982023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#752021#352022#502023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#902021#1292022#1322023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1562021#1412022#2332023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1702021#1112022#1332023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#952021#1832022#1192023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2742021#2702022#932023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#822021#1252022#602023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1382021#1752022#1562023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2322021#1962022#4982023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1502021#1532022#2072023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#342021#262022#312023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1012021#402022#1162023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#972021#1032022#1302023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1652021#2492022#2422023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2772021#1602022#1862023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1342021#1052022#1262023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2002021#2212022#2052023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#882021#1602022#782023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#702020#912021#1792023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#542020#832021#1522022

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1762018#1862020#1292022

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#802021#2082022#1492023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1322020#592021#682022

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1422018#1612019#2072023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1782020#1502021#932022

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#492015#682017#512018

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#562015#1032017#442020

Popularity Rankings for Gabriella in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Other American Territories

American Samoa flag American Samoa
Guam flag Guam
Northern Mariana Islands flag Northern Mariana Islands
U.S. Virgin Islands flag U.S. Virgin Islands

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Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#862021#732022#1852023

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#912020#912021#782022

Popularity in Hungary

Hungary flagHungary#902007#792009#962010

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#932003#2152022#1962023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#1052021#1462022#1232023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#1902021#1522022#1262023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#1582020#1782021#1312022

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#1372019#1492020#1422021

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#1572019#1982020#2062021

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#1582021#1602022#1642023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#2382021#2442022#2792023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#3222021#2842022#2622023

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#4602021#3162022#4002023

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#3262021#3912023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#4452020#6352021#5332022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Gabriella a Name for Boys or Girls?

Gabriella is a name associated with girls, reflecting its delicate and beautiful sound. Its use has been prevalent in many countries, celebrating its gentle yet strong feminine essence.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Gabriella

Gabriella in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Gabriella Wilde (Actress, born 1989): A British actress featured in films like "Carrie" and "Endless Love."
  • Gabriella Cilmi (Singer, born 1991): An Australian singer best known for her hit single "Sweet About Me."
  • Gabriella Papadakis (Ice Dancer, born 1995): A French ice dancer who won multiple World Championships.
  • Gabriella Pession (Actress, born 1977): An Italian-American actress recognized for her roles in European television series.
  • Gabriella Ferri (Singer, 1942–2004): An Italian singer celebrated for her contributions to Italian folk music.
  • Gabriella Hall (Actress, born 1966): An American actress and model featured in various films and TV shows.
  • Gabriella Giorgelli (Actress, born 1941): An Italian actress who appeared in numerous films during the 1960s and 1970s.
  • Gabriella Tóth (Singer, born 1988): A Hungarian singer and television personality.
  • Gabriella Wright (Actress, born 1982): A British actress known for her role in "The Transporter Refueled."
  • Gabriella Gatti (Opera Singer, 1908–2003): An Italian opera singer renowned for her soprano performances.
  • Gabriella Paruzzi (Cross-Country Skier, born 1969): An Italian cross-country skier who won a gold medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics.
  • Gabriella Montez ("High School Musical," 2006 Film Series): A shy, intelligent student who discovers her passion for singing and finds love with Troy Bolton.
  • "Gabriella's Song" (2012 Novel): Follows Gabriella, a talented young musician who overcomes personal challenges to find her true voice.
  • Gabriella Silang ("Gabriella Silang," 2021 TV Series): Chronicles the life of Gabriella, a fierce warrior fighting for her people’s freedom.
  • Gabriella ("Gabriella, Clove, and Cinnamon," 1958 Novel by Jorge Amado): Explores the life and loves of Gabriella, a beautiful and free-spirited cook in a Brazilian town.
  • Gabriella Dawson ("Chicago Fire," 2012 TV Series): A dedicated paramedic and firefighter who faces numerous professional and personal challenges.
  • Gabriella ("Under the Tuscan Sun," 2003 Film): A supportive and vibrant friend who helps the protagonist navigate her new life in Italy.
  • "Gabriella's Garden" (2015 Children's Book): A delightful tale about a young girl named Gabriella who creates a magical garden with her grandmother.
  • "Gabriella's Journey" (2017 Song): A touching ballad about a woman named Gabriella finding her way through life's ups and downs.
  • Gabriella "Gabi" Hernandez ("Days of Our Lives," 1965 TV Series): A character involved in dramatic twists and turns in the long-running soap opera.
  • "Gabriella's Diary" (2016 Novel): A heartwarming story about Gabriella, who keeps a diary of her experiences growing up and discovering herself.
  • Gabriella City (São Paulo, Brazil): A city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, offering a blend of urban and suburban living.
  • Gabriella Lake (Ontario, Canada): A freshwater lake in the Muskoka region, popular for boating and fishing.
  • Santa Gabriella Park (California, USA): A public park in Los Angeles featuring walking trails and picnic areas.
  • Gabriella Island (Bahamas): A small island in the Bahamas, known for its pristine beaches and clear waters.
  • Villa Gabriella (Tuscany, Italy): A historic villa in the Tuscan countryside, offering accommodation and picturesque views.
  • Gabriella Mountain (Victoria, Australia): A mountain in the Great Dividing Range, ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
  • Gabriella Plaza (Madrid, Spain): A bustling square in the heart of Madrid, surrounded by shops and cafes.
  • Gabriella River (Queensland, Australia): A river flowing through Queensland, supporting diverse wildlife and vegetation.

Similar Names to Gabriella