What Does the Baby Name Giselle Mean?

Giselle is a French name that means 'pledge' or 'oath'. It is derived from the Germanic name Gisela, which means 'bright pledge'. The name Giselle was popularized by the ballet 'Giselle', which was first performed in Paris in 1841. The ballet tells the story of a young peasant girl named Giselle who falls in love with a nobleman, only to discover that he is engaged to another woman. Giselle dies of a broken heart, but her spirit returns to protect her lover from the vengeful spirits of other jilted women.

Giselle is a relatively uncommon name in the United States, but it has been steadily increasing in popularity over the past few decades. According to the Social Security Administration, Giselle was the 146th most popular name for baby girls in 2020. It has been in the top 200 names since 2011. Giselle is more popular in other countries, particularly in France and Spanish-speaking countries.

There are several famous people with the name Giselle, including: 1. Giselle Blondet - a Puerto Rican television host and actress 2. Giselle Itié - a Brazilian actress 3. Giselle Laronde - a Trinidadian model and beauty queen who was crowned Miss World in 1986 4. Giselle Miramontes - a Mexican actress 5. Giselle Tavera - a Mexican-American singer and songwriter

If you are considering the name Giselle for your baby girl but want some alternative options, here are some similar names to consider: 1. Gabrielle - a French name that means 'God is my strength' 2. Isabelle - a French name that means 'pledged to God' 3. Estelle - a French name that means 'star' 4. Noelle - a French name that means 'Christmas' 5. Adelle - a French name that means 'noble'