Giselle
zhi-ZEL
Popularity
#356
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
49,421
Peak Year
#2,596 in 2007
First Recorded
1949
Style
Sophisticated & Formal, Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Giselle is of Germanic origin, derived from 'gisil' meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage.' However, it's more popularly known as the titular character of the ballet, romanticizing the name.
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Gisele Bündchen
Brazilian supermodel and actress
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