Ghislaine Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationghee-LEN / ɡiːˈlɛnFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: pledge; Latin: hostage
Historical & Cultural Background
Ghislaine is a feminine form of the name Ghisla, which has roots in the Old German name Gisla, meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage.' The name has been used in French-speaking countries and has gained some recognition in other cultures. It is often associated with nobility and historical figures in France.
Trend Summary
Ghislaine has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional use but no significant trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ghisla
- Gisla
International Variants
- Gisèle (French)
- Gisla (German)
Famous people named Ghislaine
Ghislaine Maxwell is a British socialite known for her association with Jeffrey Epstein.
Ghislaine de Forges was a French writer and historian recognized for her contributions to literature.
Fictional characters named Ghislaine
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ghislaine was first seen in the United States in 1951. Ghislaine has ranked as high as #1370 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Ghislaine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ghislaine (1976)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |