Gabrielle
Gabrielle [ gey-bree-el-uh, gab-ree- ][1] is a female name. The male form is Gabriel, from the Archangel in the Gospel of Luke. Gabrielle is a timeless and popular name that has been utilized for centuries. It is the feminine version of the name Gabriel, which translates to "God is my strength" in Hebrew. This name has a fascinating background and is associated with numerous noteworthy individuals and characters. Gabrielle has been used in various cultures and languages. In French, it is pronounced as "gah-bree-EL" and is a favored name for girls. In Spanish, it is pronounced as "gah-bree-YEL" and is also a popular name for girls. In English, it is pronounced as "GAY-bree-el" or "GAB-ree-el" and can be used for both boys and girls. The name Gabrielle has been incorporated into literature and popular culture. One of the most recognizable characters with this name is Gabrielle Solis from the TV show "Desperate Housewives." Additionally, Gabrielle is the name of the archangel who announced the birth of Jesus to Mary in the Bible.[2] This name was ranked #448 on the US Popular Names in 2021.[3]
People
change- Gabrielle Giffords, American politician and gun control advocate
- Gabrielle Union, American actress, activist, and author
- Gabrielle Stone, American water polo player
- Gabrielle Anwar, English-American actress
- Gabrielle (Xena)
- Coco Chanel
- Elle Varner
- Gabrielle (singer) - British R&B singer, known for the song 'Dreams'
References
change- ↑ "Definition of Gabriella | Dictionary.com". www.dictionary.com. Retrieved 2023-03-29.
- ↑ "Gabrielle name Meaning and Origin". babys.name. Archived from the original on 2023-03-29. Retrieved 2023-03-29.
- ↑ OACT. "Popular Baby Names". www.ssa.gov. Retrieved 2023-03-29.
