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German
"bright strength"
One bright spot: famous namesake Threepenny Opera playwright Berthold (later known as Bertolt) Brecht.
Hebrew, variation of Gavriela
"God ismy strength"
Gabrina is a name sometimes heard in the Latino community, could make a distinctive alternative to Gabriela.
French
"God is my strength"
American model, musician, and "it girl" Gabbriette (born Gabriella Leigh Bechtel) introduced the world to this name. Gabbriette is also mentioned in the first verse of Charli XCX's song "360": "Call…
Short form of Gavrielle
A short form of Gavrielle, used predominantly in Israel, much like an equivalent to Gabi or Gabby.
Igbo
"may my strength not be in vain, let my strength not be wasted"
Predominantly used in Nigeria, Ikemefuna is a name of Igbo origin, with a hopeful and determined meaning. It appears in Chinua Achebe's classic novel, Things Fall Apart , borne by an ill-fated boy…
Estonian
"strength of a spear + pledged to God or woman from Lydia"
A lively variant of the Estonian name Kerli, a combination of Kertu — the Estonian form of Gertrude — and either Eliisabet or Liidia — the Estonian forms of Elizabeth and Lydia. A notable namesake is…
Hebrew
"strength of purpose"
Girlish for Ethan: attractive and unusual.
Variation of Trudy, Literature
"spear of strength"
Also spelled as Truvy, this sassy yet gentle sounding name feels both vintage and contemporary, fitting in with Trudie and Ivy, along with Jovie and True. Likely inspired by Gertrude (meaning "spear…
Romanian, Hungarian, variation of Gabriella
This Romanian variation of Gabriella is also seen in its masculine form, Gavril.
Variation of Hezekiah, Hebrew
"God gives strength"
If the once rare and weighty Hezekiah is now too popular for your tastes, you could consider this alternative form of Biblical name. Appearing in the Old Testament as a powerful king of Judah, the…
Greek
"strength"
Though some sources list this as a Greek variation of Emily, it is in fact used there only as a male name.
Irish
"strength or exalted one"
Technically a pet form of Brigid and very commonly heard in Ireland, but pronunciation problems complicate Bride as a name choice in America.
Italian
"strength in life; bold in life"
A zippy and spirited name and a feminine form of Vivaldo, this name possibly originates from the Germanic Wigbald meaning "bold, brave warrior" and the Latin Vitale meaning "life". Associated with…
Truvy is a name with a fresh yet retro sound, Southern charm, and a modern, nickname-y vibe. It appears in the 1987 play, Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling, and its subsequent film adaptation where…
Compound name or French diminutive of Marie and Louise
"beloved and renowned in battle; bitterness and strength in battle"
A cheerful and bubbly compound name that is popular in France and Belgium. It might also be used in the Philippines as a combination of Maria and Lourdes.
A cute and lively Estonian girl name, Kerli is a combination of Kertu — the Estonian form of Gertrude — and either Eliisabet or Liidia — the Estonian forms of Elizabeth and Lydia. A notable bearer of…
Finnish, from Hebrew
This rare Finnish form of Gabriel adds a cool, unique flair to the Biblical classic. Kaapriel is uncommon even in Finland, where it likely originated as a combination of Gabriel with its regional…
Dutch, from German
"spear strength"
A Dutch feminine form of Gerard, based on the Dutch variant Gerd, which is considered dated in the Netherlands like the English form is in English-speaking countries. A notable namesake is Dutch…
Scandinavian variation of Brighid
Birgit is pronounced with a hard ' g ' and is one of the many international versions of the Irish Bridget. Birgit Nilsson was a celebrated Swedish operatic soprano.
Irish and English diminutive of Bridget
A once very common Irish diminutive of Bridget that has unfortunately been associated since the 18th century with a pejorative slang term for an old or fussy woman.