Gábor
Gábor is a common Hungarian name, with its roots in the Hebrew name Gabriel (גַּבְרִיאֵל)
Hungary origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#1877US 2023
323Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
How to pronounce Gábor
GA·bor
GA-bor
Gábor is a common Hungarian name, with its roots in the Hebrew name Gabriel (גַּבְרִיאֵל)
Hungary origin · Boy name

What does Gábor mean and where does it come from?

Gábor is a common Hungarian name, with its roots in the Hebrew name Gabriel (גַּבְרִיאֵל). The name has been used since the Middle Ages and is particularly well-known within Hungarian culture. One notable person with this name is Gábor Szabó, a famous Hungarian jazz guitarist. Gábor is celebrated in

Cultural significance
Gábor has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hungary-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hungarian.
Peak popularity
Reached #1877 in 2020 — currently #1877 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gábor?

Gábor works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gábor Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gábor Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gábor Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gábor Claire
French influence · crisp
Gábor Jane
Literary · strong
Gábor Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gábor right now?

Holding steady — currently #1877 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1877 · Top 1.4%
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#1877323▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022#1882303▲ up 5 · +11% births
2021#1887273▲ up 10 · +22% births
2020#1897223▲ up 20 · +81% births
2019#1917123
💎Gábor 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 Gábor?

CATALAN
Biel
ENGLISH
GabbyGabe
HUNGARIAN
Gabi
ROMANIAN
Gabi

Common questions about the name Gábor

What does the name Gábor mean?
Gábor means "Hungarian" — a name rooted in Hungary 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 Gábor?
Gábor is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gábor?
Gábor originates from Hungary tradition. Hungary names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Gábor sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Gábor flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Gábor ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Gábor a common or rare name?
Gábor is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.