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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Pledge, hostage
- Origin
- Germanic (Old High German)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- GEE-zeh-lah
Gisela (GEE-zeh-lah) is a Germanic name from Old High German, meaning "pledge" or "hostage." It has a soft, flowing sound with the stress on the first syllable, and it's familiar without being common.
Meaning & Origin of Gisela
Meaning: Pledge, hostage.
Origin: Germanic (Old High German).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Gisela
GEE-zeh-lah
Popularity of Gisela
Gisela peaked at #1109 in 1995, when 160 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #4302, with 33 babies, so it's now a rare choice.
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FAQ
What does the name Gisela mean?
Pledge, hostage. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Gisela?
Gisela is pronounced GEE-zeh-lah.
Is Gisela a popular name right now?
Gisela peaked at #1109 in 1995 and is ranked #4302 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)
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