Gavrila
“A Irish name with cultural significance”
Irish origin · Unisex name
#1554US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile
What does Gavrila mean and where does it come from?
Gavrila is a name found across Irish cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Gavrila carries the heritage of Irish tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1554 in 2015 — currently #1554 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Gavrila?
Gavrila works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Gavrila Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gavrila Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gavrila Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gavrila Claire
French influence · crisp
Gavrila Jane
Literary · strong
Gavrila Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Gavrila right now?
Holding steady — currently #1554 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Gavrila is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Gavrila?
ENGLISH
BriellaBrielleGabby
GERMAN
Gabi
HUNGARIAN
Gabi
ROMANIAN
Gabi
Famous people named Gavrila
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Gavrila (Celtic chieftain)
Gavrila bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.
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Gavrila (traditional Irish musician)
Gavrila passed this name through generations of Irish musical tradition.
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Gavrila (Celtic chieftain)
Gavrila bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.
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Gavrila (Irish saint)
Gavrila helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.
What names sound and feel like Gavrila?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Gavrila also consider these
How is Gavrila written in other languages?
Gender variants of Gavrila
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Common questions about the name Gavrila
What does the name Gavrila mean?
Gavrila means "A Irish name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gavrila?
Gavrila is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gavrila?
Gavrila originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Gavrila?
Gavrila pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Irish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gavrila a common or rare name?
Gavrila is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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