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Gabriela
God is my strength
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
pl
Origin and meaning of Gabriela
Gabriela is the feminine form of Gabriel, from the Hebrew Gavri'el, «God is my strength» or «man of God», the name of the announcing archangel in biblical tradition. In Poland it is a solid, timeless name that never falls out of fashion, chosen for the balance between sweetness and spiritual strength in its meaning. It is often affectionately shortened to Gabrysia, a diminutive widely used at home from childhood.
Variants around the world
How Gabriela sounds in other languages.
GabriellaGabrielleGabriele
Famous people
- Gabriela Mistral— poet
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gabriela mean?
The name Gabriela means God is my strength.
What is the origin of the name Gabriela?
Origin of Gabriela: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Gabriela?
International variants of Gabriela: Gabriella, Gabrielle, and Gabriele.