Gabby Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAB-ee / /ˈɡæbi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my strength; English: Diminutive of Gabrielle
Historical & Cultural Background
Gabby is often used as a diminutive form of Gabrielle, which has Hebrew origins. The name Gabrielle is the feminine form of Gabriel, a name that appears in religious texts. Gabby has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a standalone name. It is often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Trend Summary
Gabby has seen a steady presence in U.S. naming trends, particularly as a diminutive of Gabrielle.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gabrielle
- Gabriella
International Variants
- Gabrielle (French)
- Gabriela (Spanish)
- Gabriele (Italian)
Famous people named Gabby
Gabby Douglas is an American gymnast who won gold medals at the 2012 Olympics.
Gabby Giffords is a former U.S. Congresswoman known for her advocacy on gun control.
Gabby Barrett is an American country music singer and songwriter.
Gabby Logan is a British television presenter and former international gymnast.
Fictional characters named Gabby
Gabby is a character in the animated series 'Gabby's Dollhouse', where she embarks on adventures in a magical dollhouse.
Gabby Hayes was a character in many Western films, known for his role as a sidekick.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gabby was first seen in the United States in 1961. Gabby has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Gabby has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gabby (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 36 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 51 |
| 2009 | 39 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 50 |
| 2013 | 65 |
| 2014 | 50 |
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 67 |
| 2023 | 67 |
| 2024 | 53 |