Gisella Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjiz-EL-uh / dʒɪˈzɛləItalian; German
Meaning
Pledge; hostage (Italian); God is my oath (German)
Historical & Cultural Background
Gisella is derived from the Germanic name Gisela, which means 'pledge' or 'hostage.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy and Germany. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and has been associated with nobility and royalty in historical contexts. It is often seen as a feminine form of names like Giselher or Giselbert.
Trend Summary
Gisella has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gisela
- Giselle
International Variants
- Gisèle (French)
- Gisella (Italian)
- Giselle (Spanish)
Famous people named Gisella
Gisella L. C. de la Torre is a noted Mexican artist known for her contemporary paintings.
Gisella Marengo is an Italian actress recognized for her roles in various films and television series.
Gisella B. is a prominent Brazilian model who has worked with several international fashion brands.
Gisella C. is a celebrated chef in Italy, famous for her innovative culinary techniques.
Fictional characters named Gisella
Gisella is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy,' often depicted as a wise and powerful figure.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gisella was first seen in the United States in 1895. Gisella has ranked as high as #1311 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Gisella has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gisella (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 31 |
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 61 |
| 2007 | 50 |
| 2008 | 49 |
| 2009 | 67 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 54 |
| 2012 | 49 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 30 |