Gabriella
Girl name · 781 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Gabriella: 781 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 42 births in 2014.
Gabriella is the feminine form of Gabriel, ultimately from the Hebrew *Gavriʼel* meaning "God is my strength" or "strong man of God." In Christian tradition, Gabriel is one of the archangels, making the name deeply resonant with themes of divine power and announcement. Famous bearers include the Italian actress and fashion icon Gabriella Pession, known for her roles in European television, and Gabriella Wilde, the English model and actress. The name shares its root with the Italian painter Gabriele Gabrielli, though a place connection is more indirect—Gabriella echoes in places like San Gabriel in California, named after the archangel. Notably, Gabriella has ranked consistently in Scotland’s top names charts since the 1990s, reflecting a broader European trend that saw this elegant, melodic variant of Gabrielle rise alongside its sister name Isabella.
Girl 40 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 201442 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #17823 babies
- Total births
- 781since 1981
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 13%vs prior 5y