Is Gabrielle a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Gabrielle is commonly used as a Girl name.

How popular is Gabrielle?

It’s currently ranked #485 in the U.S. Recent trend: Falling.

How do you pronounce Gabrielle?

gah-BREE-el · IPA: //ɡæˈbriː.əl//

Gabrielle Girl

Popularity: #485 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

French; Hebrew

Meaning

French: God is my strength; Hebrew: woman of God

Historical & Cultural Background

Gabrielle is the feminine form of Gabriel, which has roots in both Hebrew and French. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in France, where it has been used since the Middle Ages. Gabrielle has been associated with strength and divinity, reflecting its meaning. It has also gained popularity in modern times, often seen as a sophisticated choice for girls.

Trend Summary

Gabrielle has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., remaining a classic choice with a steady presence.

Variants

Gabriela
Gaby

International Variants

Gabriela (Spanish)
Gabriele (Italian)
Gabriëlle (Dutch)

Famous people named Gabrielle

Gabrielle Union is an American actress known for her roles in films and television series.

Gabrielle Bonheur 'Coco' Chanel was a French fashion designer who founded the Chanel brand.

Gabrielle Giffords is a former U.S. Congresswoman known for her advocacy on gun control.

Gabrielle Aplin is a British singer-songwriter recognized for her hit songs and albums.

Fictional characters named Gabrielle

Gabrielle is a character in the television series 'Xena: Warrior Princess,' known for her loyalty and bravery.

Gabrielle is a character in the 'The Vampire Diaries' series, portrayed as a strong and complex individual.

Sibling Suggestions

Gabriel Isabelle Juliette Charlotte Amélie Sophie

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Gabrielle was first seen in the United States in 1890. Gabrielle has ranked as high as #108 nationally which occurred in 1998 and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Gabrielle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Gabrielle (2024)

Year:

State	Births	Share
TX	44	10%
FL	40	9%
CA	39	9%
NY	37	8%
PA	26	6%
GA	26	6%
OH	25	5%
NC	17	4%
VA	17	4%
IL	16	3%
MO	15	3%
TN	15	3%
LA	15	3%
MA	13	3%
MD	13	3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1890	5
1894	6
1895	5
1896	5
1898	8
1900	8
1901	8
1902	5
1903	5
1904	7
1906	8
1907	9
1908	7
1909	13
1910	11
1911	16
1912	20
1913	23
1914	26
1915	33
1916	43
1917	38
1918	42
1919	31
1920	33
1921	27
1922	40
1923	41
1924	45
1925	43
1926	28
1927	26
1928	32
1929	29
1930	24
1931	21
1932	21
1933	17
1934	20
1935	16
1936	17
1937	24
1938	29
1939	34
1940	24
1941	46
1942	41
1943	47
1944	24
1945	30
1946	27
1947	44
1948	37
1949	25
1950	29
1951	35
1952	43
1953	50
1954	55
1955	93
1956	92
1957	136
1958	117
1959	140
1960	192
1961	187
1962	220
1963	216
1964	228
1965	221
1966	194
1967	213
1968	259
1969	311
1970	393
1971	443
1972	356
1973	335
1974	330
1975	370
1976	367
1977	284
1978	419
1979	477
1980	568
1981	588
1982	640
1983	627
1984	810
1985	896
1986	965
1987	1,604
1988	2,097
1989	2,719
1990	3,541
1991	3,578
1992	4,028
1993	4,017
1994	5,044
1995	5,448
1996	5,888
1997	5,943
1998	6,201
1999	6,130
2000	5,871
2001	5,607
2002	4,669
2003	4,600
2004	4,420
2005	5,018
2006	4,846
2007	4,544
2008	4,026
2009	3,421
2010	3,144
2011	2,624
2012	2,422
2013	2,217
2014	1,923
2015	1,602
2016	1,424
2017	1,219
2018	1,092
2019	918
2020	866
2021	704
2022	637
2023	546
2024	523