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Gaby

Gaby is a given name that is typically a diminutive of Gabrielle, Gabriella, Gabriela, or Gabriel. It is used in many languages and cultures and may function as a standalone name or as a nickname that becomes official. The form Gaby most often appears in English-, Spanish-, and French-speaking contexts. The feminine forms are common, although in some regions Gaby can be used as a masculine nickname for Gabriel.

Variants of the name include Gabby, Gabbi, Gabi, and Gabbie. Spelling and gender usage vary by country

Notable people named Gaby include Gaby Hoffmann, an American actress; Gaby Espino, a Venezuelan actress and

and
era.
In
Spanish-speaking
regions,
Gaby
is
frequently
a
nickname
for
Gabriela;
in
French-speaking
areas,
it
may
derive
from
Gabrielle;
in
English-speaking
areas,
it
is
used
as
an
informal
given
name
across
genders
in
some
cases.
television
host;
and
Gaby
Moreno,
a
Guatemalan
singer-songwriter.
The
name
also
appears
in
fiction
and
on
stage,
where
it
is
chosen
for
characters
and
performers
to
convey
a
casual,
approachable
identity.