Gabrielle

Gabrielle [ gey-bree-el-uh, gab-ree- ] is a female name. The male form is Gabriel, from the Archangel in the Gospel of Luke. Gabrielle is a timeless and popular name that has been used for centuries. It is the feminine version of the name Gabriel, which translates to "God is my strength" in Hebrew. This name has a fascinating background and is associated with many famous individuals and characters. Gabrielle has been used in various cultures and languages. In French, it is pronounced as "gah-bree-EL" and is a favored name for girls. In Spanish, it is pronounced as "gah-bree-YEL" and is also a popular name for girls. In English, it is pronounced as "GAY-bree-el" or "GAB-ree-el" and can be used for both boys and girls. The name Gabrielle has been incorporated into literature and popular culture. One of the most recognizable characters with this name is Gabrielle Solis from the TV show "Desperate Housewives." Additionally, Gabrielle is the name of the archangel who announced the birth of Jesus to Mary in the Bible. This name was ranked #448 on the US Popular Names in 2021. 

People
Gabrielle Giffords, American politician and gun control advocate
Gabrielle Union, American actress, activist, and author
Gabrielle Stone, American water polo player
Gabrielle Anwar, English-American actress
Gabrielle (Xena)
Coco Chanel
Elle Varner
Gabrielle (singer) - British R&B singer, known for the song 'Dreams'

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