Giselle Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Giselle is listed in our database as a girl name of French origin. Its recorded meaning is “The French form of the German Gisela, meaning pledge”.

Giselle Name at a Glance

Name Giselle
Meaning The French form of the German Gisela, meaning pledge.
Origin French
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Giselle Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Giselle means “The French form of the German Gisela, meaning pledge”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Giselle Name Origin

Our database records Giselle under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Giselle a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Giselle is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Giselle

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