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Gisela

Girl · German · Medium name

Meaning
Pledge, of the pledge, of the hostage

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
gee-ZEH-lah
Origin
German

From Germanic 'gisil' meaning pledge or hostage.

Popularity
Uncommon in Germany (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: German, Spanish

Commonly used in: Germany, Spain, Austria

Alternate spellings

  • GisèleFrench

    French form.

Cultural associations

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  • Saint Gisela

    c. 807–c. 833

    Blessed Gisela of Hungary, first queen of Hungary.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, German Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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