Giselle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Giselle has its origins in Old German, meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage', and evolved through French to become a popular name in various cultures. It is associated with traits of elegance and grace, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Giselle"
Pronunciation
/dʒɪˈzɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Giselle is derived from the Old German word 'gisil', meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It has been adopted into French, where it became popular as a given name.
Meaning
pledge, hostage
Language Evolution
Gisil (Old German), Giselle (Old French), Giselle (Modern French)
Historical Usage
Giselle gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in France, and has remained a well-regarded name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Gisella, Gigi, Gizelle
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Giselle is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty. It has gained recognition in popular culture, particularly through figures in fashion and entertainment.
Famous People
Giselle Bündchen (Brazilian supermodel), Giselle Laronde (Miss Trinidad and Tobago 1986)
📊 Giselle Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Giselle Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,596 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 42 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Giselle"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Giselle"
"Giselle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15031st of 16616 | 8 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14231st of 24088 | 36 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1597th of 12526 | 811 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1330th of 19264 | 1,330 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 730th of 27321 | 4,260 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 183rd of 35406 | 29,181 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 283rd of 30306 | 13,795 |
Regional Popularity of "Giselle" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Giselle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
85.18% 1897th/2227 |
39.42% 958th/2430 |
55.52% 1584th/2853 |
45.91% 1274th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
62.34% 1831st/2937 |
21.45% 747th/3483 |
43.46% 1529th/3518 |
25.22% 1020th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.21% 1408th/3685 |
10.32% 462nd/4475 |
18.04% 937th/5194 |
9.13% 577th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
6.48% 297th/4582 |
5.50% 284th/5164 |
2.83% 207th/7313 |
1.29% 96th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
11.45% 456th/3984 |
8.09% 363rd/4487 |
4.12% 281st/6822 |
2.64% 166th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Giselle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Giselle" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Giselle" in the United States
The name Giselle is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Giselle has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Giselle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15031st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14231st out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1597th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1330th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 730th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 183rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 283rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Giselle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.