Gavriel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAH-vree-el / /ˈɡævriəl/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my strength; Arabic: strong man
Historical & Cultural Background
Gavriel is a variant of Gabriel, which has roots in Hebrew scripture. In religious texts, Gabriel is often depicted as an archangel, serving as a messenger of God. The name has been widely used in various cultures and languages, reflecting its significance in both Jewish and Christian traditions. It is also found in Islamic tradition, where Gabriel is known as Jibril.
Trend Summary
Gavriel has seen a steady presence in baby name rankings, reflecting a consistent interest in traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gabriel
- Gavri'el
International Variants
- Gabriel (Spanish)
- Gabriele (Italian)
- Gavriil (Russian)
Famous people named Gavriel
Gavriel Savit is an American author known for his young adult novels.
Gavriel Cohen is a notable Israeli politician who served in various governmental roles.
Gavriel Kahana is a prominent Israeli artist recognized for his contemporary works.
Gavriel Barak is a respected scientist in the field of environmental studies.
Fictional characters named Gavriel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gavriel was first seen in the United States in 1974. Gavriel has ranked as high as #1267 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Texas, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Gavriel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gavriel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 40 | |
| FL | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 31 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 58 |
| 2009 | 76 |
| 2010 | 67 |
| 2011 | 72 |
| 2012 | 53 |
| 2013 | 74 |
| 2014 | 75 |
| 2015 | 73 |
| 2016 | 83 |
| 2017 | 85 |
| 2018 | 65 |
| 2019 | 76 |
| 2020 | 89 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 77 |
| 2023 | 93 |
| 2024 | 93 |