Declining since 2002.
Popularity of Jisela since 1977
Babies named Jisela per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 20 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 75 |
| 2000s | 218 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jisela is a rare and modern Spanish variant of Gisela. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1977, but its peak year of usage was 2002, after which it has followed a falling trajectory. The name has never entered the national rankings, remaining a low-frequency choice. Its early usage coincides with a broader trend of phonetic spellings and the revival of older Germanic names in Spanish-speaking communities. While not tied to any specific geographic region within the U.S., Jisela represents a creative respelling that maintains the soft, melodic sound of its root name.
Jisela is a modern Spanish phonetic variant of the older name Gisela, which itself derives from the Old German element 'gisil' meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'. The name Gisela was borne by several medieval European royals and saints, but Jisela appears to be a relatively recent invention, emerging in Spanish-speaking communities in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jisi
Sibling names for Jisela
Names that share Jisela's style, for a brother or sister.
