ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Gabriel

Gabriel is a name many people use for boys. It comes from a language called Hebrew, which is very old. Gabriel is a really important name in many religions, like Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. In these religions, Gabriel is known as a messenger of God, which means he brings special messages from God to people on earth.

Gabriel is often pictured as an angel, which is a really nice spirit with wings that fly. He's said to be really gentle, and people who call themselves Gabriel often try to be gentle, too. In some stories, Gabriel also helps people when they are in trouble or when they are scared. That's why many people choose the name Gabriel for their children - it's a nice name that reminds them of God's kindness and love.