Gabriele is a feminine Italian name derived from the male name Gabriel, which means 'God is my strength'. It is often used as an alternative spelling to Gabrielle. The name Gabriele was popularized by figures such as Gabriele D'Annunzio, an Italian poet and dramatist of the late 19th century. In literature, a notable bearer of this name is Gabriele Koch, a character in the novel 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak.
"Gabriele has seen its popularity fluctuate significantly over time, with a peak of 64 births in 1990 and a steady decline thereafter, reaching as low as 5 births in 2021."