Pledge or hostage
Derived from the Germanic word 'gisil', meaning a pledge or hostage. In the Middle Ages, it was common for children of noble families to be sent to foreign courts as a 'pledge' of peace or alliance. The name gained widespread popularity in the 19th century due to the famous French ballet of the same name.
About 803 girls were named Giselle in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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