Gisella Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gisella is a name of Germanic origin meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It evolved from historical forms like Gisell and Giselle. The name carries traits of grace and nobility, and it has no biblical relevance. Gisella gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as elegant and sophisticated.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gisella"
Pronunciation
/dʒɪˈzɛlə/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Gisella is derived from the Germanic word 'gisil', which means 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It is often associated with nobility and promises.
Meaning
pledge, hostage
Language Evolution
Gisell, Giselle, Gisella
Historical Usage
Gisella gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in German-speaking countries and later spread to other regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Giselle, Gisela, Giselle
Modern Popularity & Image
Gisella is perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with beauty and sophistication.
Famous People
Gisella Lazzarini, Gisella Marengo
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✨ Gisella Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 67 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gisella"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gisella"
"Gisella" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4783rd of 9107 | 59 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8072nd of 9204 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7962nd of 12526 | 34 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5335th of 19264 | 155 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6718th of 27321 | 181 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3524th of 35406 | 672 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4328th of 30306 | 396 |
Regional Popularity of "Gisella" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gisella" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
70.03% 2439th/3483 |
- |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
- |
61.80% 3904th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
64.41% 3326th/5164 |
40.72% 2978th/7313 |
32.94% 2458th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
78.18% 3508th/4487 |
66.40% 4530th/6822 |
51.15% 3210th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gisella"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gisella" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Gisella" in the United States
The name Gisella is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gisella has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gisella' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4783rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7962nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5335th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6718th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3524th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4328th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gisella' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.