Declining since 2008.
Popularity of Gavriella since 1991
Babies named Gavriella per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2009, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Gavriella's real moment was 2015.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 82 |
| 2000s | 147 |
| 2010s | 125 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Gavriella is a feminine elaboration of Gabriel, a name with deep biblical roots. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1991, and though it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names, it saw its greatest usage around 2015. Since 2008, its trajectory has been declining, reflecting a pattern common to many names that rise and fall with fashion cycles. As a modern Hebrew-derived name, Gavriella carries the strong meaning 'God is my strength,' appealing to families seeking a distinctive yet meaningful option. While no specific top states are recorded due to its rarity, the name has found particular resonance in communities valuing Jewish heritage and biblical names.
Gavriella is a feminine form of Gabriel, which derives from the Hebrew name Gavriel, combining 'gever' (man, strength) and 'El' (God). The name Gabriel appears in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament as the name of the archangel who delivers divine messages. Gavriella is a modern feminine adaptation, particularly used in Jewish communities and among parents seeking a distinctive variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gavi, Ella, Gav
Sibling names for Gavriella
Names that share Gavriella's style, for a brother or sister.
