Pledge or hostage
Gizel is a rare variant of the name Giselle. It is derived from the Germanic word 'gisil', which historically referred to a person held as a pledge or a noble youth sent to a foreign court as a hostage to ensure a treaty.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Gizel in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
