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Gisela

Gisela is a girl name of Germanic origin, meaning Pledge, hostage.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginGermanic
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables3
  • US rank#2,423

What does Gisela mean?

Pledge, hostage

How popular is Gisela?

Popularity in the United States

Gisela has been given to 4,070 babies in the United States since 1915, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 43,421 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Gisela per year in the United States, 1915–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in Spain

There are 9,249 people called Gisela living in Spain, with an average age of 23.4.

4,070 Babies named since 1915
2000s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Gisela

What does the name Gisela mean?

Gisela means Pledge, hostage. It is of Germanic origin.

Is Gisela a boy's or a girl's name?

Gisela is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Gisela?

Gisela has been given to 4,070 babies in the United States since 1915, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.