Name Gabija

There are multiple origins and translations for the name Gabija:

1. Diminutive form of the name Gabriela - "God is my strength"

2. Lithuanian mythical name, which was derived from the word gaubti - "to hide/cover" denotation - "protectress".

Gabija (Gabieta, Gabeta) is the spirit of the fire in Lithuanian mythology. She is the protectress of home and family. Gabija is mentioned in a list of Lithuanian pantheon of the gods.