Declining since 2003.
Popularity of Gissele since 1988
Babies named Gissele per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 90 |
| 2000s | 359 |
| 2010s | 107 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gissele is a modern respelling of the classic Giselle, a name with Germanic roots meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage.' In the United States, the name first appeared on the Social Security records in 1988 and saw a modest peak in 2003, but it has never reached the popularity of its parent spelling Giselle. Since 2003, usage has been steadily falling, reflecting a broader shift away from less common variations. While it has not ranked in the top 1000, Gissele remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an alternative to more common forms. The name has not been associated with any particular state concentration.
Gissele is a variant spelling of Giselle, which derives from the Germanic element gisil, 'pledge' or 'hostage.' The name was borne by a daughter of Charlemagne and later popularized by the 1841 ballet Giselle. The spelling with a double 's' is less common, likely influenced by modern English phonetic preferences.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gis, Giss, Elle
Sibling names for Gissele
Names that share Gissele's style, for a brother or sister.
