Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 05, 2024

Gabrielle

US Popularity Rank: 1087

Origin: French

Meaning: Mighty Woman of God

Gabrielle is a baby girl name of French origin. A French form of the Hebrew name Gavri’el, this baby name means “Mighty woman of God.” If you intend to raise baby religiously, you may love coming across an abundant name like Gabrielle. In the Hebrew Bible, it’s believed that Gabrielle is a variant of the name Gabriel—aka angel Gabriel. In Christian scriptures, archangel Gabriel conveyed a message to the Virgin Mary about the birth of Jesus Christ. While in the Qur'an, this angel recited fruitful messages to the prophet Muhammed. Regardless of baby’s faith, the name Gabrielle carries a sense of power, joy, and wonder.