Find out how popular the first name Gabriela has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Gabriela by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Gabriela is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Gabriela being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 1,041 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Gabriela.

The history of the first name Gabriela

The name Gabriela is a feminine form of the Hebrew name Gabriel, which means "God is my strength" or "warrior of God." It originated in the Middle Ages, derived from the biblical archangel Gabriel who delivered important messages to Mary and others in the Old and New Testaments.

Gabriela first appeared as a name in medieval Europe, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Portugal. Its early roots can be traced back to the Latin name Gabriela, which was a Latinized version of the Hebrew Gabriel.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gabriela can be found in the 13th century Spanish epic poem, El Cantar de Mio Cid, where a character named Gabriela is mentioned. In the 14th century, there was a religious figure named Gabriela Mistral, a Chilean poet and educator who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1945.

Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Gabriela. One of the most famous was Gabriela Mistral (1889-1957), the aforementioned Chilean poet and educator who was the first Latin American to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature.

Another prominent Gabriela was Gabriela Sabatini (born 1970), an Argentine former professional tennis player who won several Grand Slam titles and was once ranked World No. 3 in singles.

In the world of literature, Gabriela Garcia Marquez (born 1972) is a Colombian-American author known for her novels "Of Women and Salt" and "Talia."

Gabriela Cowperthwaite (born 1970) is an American filmmaker best known for directing the documentary "Blackfish," which explored the treatment of orcas in captivity.

Gabriela Montero (born 1970) is a Venezuelan classical pianist and composer, renowned for her improvisational skills and innovative approach to performance.

While its origins can be traced back to biblical times, the name Gabriela has endured throughout the centuries and has been embraced by diverse cultures, particularly in Latin America and Europe, where it continues to be a popular choice.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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