Gabriel is a name of Hebrew origin that means "God is my strength." It is derived from the Hebrew word "gever," which means "strength" or "hero," and the suffix "-el," which denotes "of God."
The name Gabriel has a significant historical and cultural background. In the Bible, Gabriel is an archangel who appears in both the Old Testament and the New Testament. He is known for announcing the birth of Jesus Christ to the Virgin Mary in the Gospel of Luke.
In Islamic tradition, Gabriel is also considered a revered figure. Known as Jibreel, he is believed to be the angel who brought revelations from Allah to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel.
The name Gabriel has been popular throughout history and across various cultures. In literature, notable examples include John Milton's "Paradise Lost," where Gabriel is depicted as a mighty archangel leading the armies of heaven against those of hell. In more recent times, Gabriel García Márquez, the Nobel laureate author from Colombia, brought the name to prominence in the literary world.
The name Gabriel has also been used by several notable figures throughout history, such as Gabriel Fauré, a French composer known for his Requiem and other works; Gabriel García Moreno, the first president of Ecuador; and Gabriel D'Annunzio, an Italian poet, dramatist, and nationalist leader.
The statistics provided show the number of babies named Gabriel born in the United States each year from 1979 to 2005. The years with the highest and lowest numbers of babies named Gabriel are:
* Highest: In 1984, there were 8 births.
* Lowest: In both 1979 and 2004, there were 5 births.
The total number of babies named Gabriel born in the United States during this period is 31.