Gabby

Q: What is the origin of Gabby?

Gabby is of Hebrew origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Gabby a girl name?

Gabby is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"God Is My Strength"

Used as a diminutive of Gabrielle or Gabriel, retaining the traditional Hebrew theophoric meaning in abbreviated form.

Themes:diminutivebiblicalnickname

Biblical Unique Rare Strong Powerful Bold

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Gabby

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#3051Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Gabby did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Gabby Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Gabby.

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gaby

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gabb

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gie

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abby

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Baby Name Lists That Include Gabby

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Gabby mean?

Gabby means "God Is My Strength". Used as a diminutive of Gabrielle or Gabriel, retaining the traditional Hebrew theophoric meaning in abbreviated form.

What is the origin of Gabby?

Gabby is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Gabby?

According to the latest SSA data, Gabby is currently ranked #3051 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Gabby a girl name?

Gabby is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Gabby?

Popular nicknames for Gabby include gaby, gabb, gie, gy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Gabby?

There are many names similar to Gabby in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#3051

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withG

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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