Hebrew Names that Start With G

Gabriel has become a biblical favorite, an angelic choice that's lighter and less patriarchal than some of his Old Testament brethren. Derived from the Hebrew name Gavri’el, Gabriel is taken from the elements gever, meaning "strong," and ’el, in reference to God.

Gideon is a no-longer neglected Old Testament name, but still makes an excellent choice for parents looking to move beyond such overused biblicals as Benjamin and Jacob. In the Old Testament, Gideon was a judge called on by God to rescue the Jews from the Midianites, and the name was popular among the Puritans.

Gail was a mid-twentieth century favorite, which has been far surpassed by its original form, Abigail and nickname Abby. Spelling variations include Gale and Gayle, the latter represented by TV journalist and Oprah bestie Gayle King. Gail was most popular in the 1950s, when it was in the Top 40, and could rise again, possibly as a middle.

Like Bethany and Shiloh, a meaningful biblical place-name.

Pronounced zheel, it's a dashing conquistador; as gill, it's the nice and slightly boring guy down the street.

A rare, unisex Biblical name, with a similar feel to choices like Omar, Haziel, Gideon, and Ofir, but also to Montgomery and Grover. In the Bible, Gomer was both a son of Japheth (and therefore grandson of Noah), and the wife of the prophet Hosea.

A lesser-known archangel, but the name is probably best known today on comedian Gadiel Del Orte. Thanks to him, and the trend for biblical-sounding names, Gadiel has been rising in recent years.

An Israeli place-name as well as being the Hebrew form of Gabriel.

Symbolic name given to both boys and girls born on Shavuot, the Feast of the Harvest.

One of the few biblical names ending in the upbeat o.

Well used in Israel and in Russia, either on its own or as an endearment for Galila or Galina.

Cute nickname but the "gabby" synonym might prove problematic, especially is your daughter is chatty....or not.

Sprightly name popular in Israel with beachy meaning and international flex.

Gay, nearly giddy, gee-whiz feel; also too reminscent of a gila monster.

Short form used in Israel; the v makes it more vivid and unusual.

Hebrew name rarely heard in the U. S. , making it a distinctive choice.

Refers to the hilly region of Galilee, an easily assimilated Israeli name.

Old Testament name of a son of Moses used by the Puritans, and now by Orthodox Jews.

Spirited unisex Hebrew name.

Gavrielle is the feminine form of Gabriel, with French influence in its spelling. The name derives from the Hebrew name Gabriel, meaning "God is my strength" or "God's able-bodied one." Gabriel appears as an archangel in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. While Gabriel has been common for boys for centuries, the feminine versions like Gabrielle and Gavrielle emerged later and have been less widely used. The spelling with "v" rather than "b" reflects Hebrew and Russian transliteration influences, creating a unique variation that maintains the name's biblical roots while offering a distinctive quality. Gavrielle has never been common in English-speaking countries but appeals to parents seeking a name with spiritual significance, feminine elegance, and a slightly unconventional spelling that sets it apart from the more frequently used Gabrielle.