Giselle

Rank 350th Girl Name

In 2022, the name Giselle was 350th most popular baby name for girls and 716th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 903 babies were named Giselle in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 3,717 babies in the United States were named Giselle. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 0.8% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Giselle is around 18 to 19 years old.

The name "Giselle" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Giselle is Gigi.

Giselle Meaning & Origin

Giselle is a beautiful French name that carries the gracious meaning of "pledge" or "hostage," often associated with feminine charm, elegance, and commitment.

The name Giselle is described as elegant, melodious and enchanting.

Pronunciation

Giselle is pronounced jih-zel in English. The name Giselle has 7 letters and 2 or 3 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Giselle

  • The name Giselle is the title of a famous romantic ballet that was first performed in Paris in the 19th century.

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Geography

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