Gissel
GirlGissel is a girl's name of Germanic origin meaning "A variant of Giselle, derived from Old Germanic meaning pledge or hostage.". It is pronounced jih-SEL. Today it is an uncommon name (popularity 63/100) and rising.
Germanic origin · /jih-SEL/ · luxury
Meaning: A variant of Giselle, derived from Old Germanic meaning pledge or hostage.
Insights
Most popular in the 2000s.
Today, Gissel is an uncommon name (popularity 63/100).
It has been climbing in popularity in recent years.
Frequently asked questions about Gissel
What does Gissel mean?
Gissel means "A variant of Giselle, derived from Old Germanic meaning pledge or hostage.". It is of Germanic origin.
Is Gissel a boy or girl name?
Gissel is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Gissel?
Gissel is an uncommon name, with a popularity score of 63/100. It was most popular in the 2000s.
How is Gissel pronounced?
Gissel is pronounced jih-SEL.
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