Giselle
/jihzehl/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Giselle is a English name meaning "Hostage; pledge". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, BE. The etymology is uncertain, but it is likely of Germanic origin, possibly derived from the word 'gisil' meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic jihzehl
IPA dʒɪzɛl
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as jihzehl. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Giselle
- · Gisele Bündchen - Supermodel
- · Giselle Blondet - Puerto Rican actress
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