Gisele
Gisele is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Pledge or hostage.
Origin and history
Gisele is a classic name of Germanic origin derived from the root gisil, meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'. Popularized in French culture as Gisèle, the name gained international fame through the famous 19th-century romantic ballet. In the United States, it remains a recognized and stylish choice with steady usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
5,391 babies in the United States have been named Gisele since 1880. It ranks #2349 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1712.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.8 %)
- NY (14.3 %)
- TX (14.2 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
- MA (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 47 |
| 1930-1940 | 66 |
| 1940-1950 | 33 |
| 1950-1960 | 935 |
| 1960-1970 | 627 |
| 1970-1980 | 201 |
| 1980-1990 | 163 |
| 1990-2000 | 226 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,364 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,340 |
| 2020-2029 | 389 |
Famous people named Gisele
- Gisele Bündchen: Supermodel, Philanthropist
Nicknames
Gigi, Elle, Gis
Fun facts
- The name was widely popularized in the 19th century by the famous French romantic ballet Giselle.
- In medieval Europe, the root 'gisil' referred to a noble hostage given as a pledge of peace between families.