Gabriel

Traditionally interpreted as “God is my strength” in Hebrew-derived usage.

Gabriel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin that has been used for centuries across multiple cultures and religious traditions. In Jewish and Christian tradition, Gabriel appears as an angelic figure in scripture; the name is also recognized in Islamic tradition. The meaning is commonly interpreted in Hebrew-derived usage as “God is my strength,” though wording may vary by source. In English, pronunciation is often GAY-bree-uhl, and a very common short form is Gabe; you may also see the spelling variant Gavriel in some transliterations.

Etymology: From Hebrew גַּבְרִיאֵל (often romanized as Gabriel). The name is widely used in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic contexts via biblical and later religious traditions.