Gabriel
Meaning
From the Hebrew name ×Ö·×ְרִ××Öµ× (Gavri'el) meaning "God is my strong man", derived from ×Ö¶Ö¼×ֶר (gever) meaning "strong man, hero" and ×Öµ× ('el) meaning "God". Gabriel is an archangel in Hebrew tradition, often appearing as a messenger of God. In the Old Testament he is sent to interpret the visions of the prophet Daniel, while in the New Testament he serves as the announcer of the births of John to Zechariah and Jesus to Mary. According to Islamic tradition he was the angel who dictated the Quran to Muhammad.This name has been used occasionally in England since the 12th century. It was not common in the English-speaking world until the end of the 20th century.
Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/ɡeɪbriəl/
Traits associated with the name Gabriel:
Dogs named Gabriel tend to be brave, loving, resilient, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Gabriel?
Naming your dog Gabriel suggests that you have a strong appreciation for the spiritual and divine. It could also suggest that you are a creative and imaginative person who enjoys exploring different cultures and beliefs.
Is Gabriel a good dog name?
Gabriel has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Gabriel isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Gabriel is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Gabriel was, in the past month, the 4617th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Gabriel is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Gabriel was viewed 59 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Gabriel's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Gabriel is most adored in Idaho, Minnesota and North Carolina.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, Maine and New Jersey.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Gabriel.
Gabriel is found in these categories:
winter
This name is associated with the angel who announced Jesus's birth, often celebrated during cold, snowy months.
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