Declining since 2019, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Jabriel since 1979
Babies named Jabriel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 249 |
| 2000s | 299 |
| 2010s | 286 |
| 2020s | 125 |
Meaning & origin
Jabriel is a modern, Arabic-influenced variant of the classic name Gabriel. First recorded in the United States in 1979, it saw its peak popularity in 2009. The name has been on a declining trajectory since 2019, with a current rank of 6,446. In 2025, about 1 in 131,390 boys were named Jabriel, reflecting its continued but less frequent use. The name has not been heavily concentrated in any particular state.
Jabriel is a variant spelling of Jibreel, the Arabic form of Gabriel. Gabriel derives from the Hebrew 'Gavri'el' meaning 'God is my strength.' The name appears in the Abrahamic religions as an archangel. Jabriel emerged as a modern spelling, possibly influenced by the Arabic pronunciation, and has been used in the United States since 1979.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jab, Jabby, Jay
Sibling names for Jabriel
Names that share Jabriel's style, for a brother or sister.
