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Gabi
Pronounced GAH-bee /ˈɡɑ.bi/Medium
Meaning: A pet form of Gabriela/Gabrielle — from the Hebrew, 'God is my strength; a hero/woman of God'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Gabi is a pet form of Gabriela/Gabrielle — from the Hebrew, 'God is my strength; a hero/woman of God'. A crisp, friendly name (said 'GAH-bee').
In the U.S., Latin America, and Europe it appears as a nickname-name. Rare on its own, God-is-my-strength at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Gabi mean?
Gabi is a pet form of Gabriela/Gabrielle — Hebrew 'God is my strength'.
How do you pronounce Gabi?
It's said GAH-bee /ˈɡɑ.bi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Gabi a boy or girl name?
Gabi is a girl's name here (it is also a boys' nickname in some cultures).
How popular is Gabi?
Gabi is a very rare name on its own in the U.S.













