Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 05, 2024

Gabriela

US Popularity Rank: 630

Origin: Portuguese

Meaning: God is my strength, devoted to God

Gabriela is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my strength" or "devoted of God." Derived from the Hebrew Gabriel, this version is particularly popular in Spain, Italy, Portugal, and other countries. This graceful biblical name offers many spelling variations, including Gabrielle, Gabriella, and its endearing shortened monikers Bella, Ellie, and Gabby. Gabriela is a name symbolic of selflessness and kindness, meaningful traits that will inspire a little hero in baby Gabriela.