A pledge or hostage
Gesselle is a modern American spelling variant of the French name Giselle. It is derived from the Germanic word 'gisil', which historically referred to a person held as a pledge or hostage during diplomatic negotiations.
Less common today
Gesselle isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,477 in 2000.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
World-renowned Brazilian fashion model
The protagonist of the romantic ballet of the same name · Giselle (Ballet)
The optimistic princess who travels to New York City · Enchanted
