Gizelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gizelle is a name of French origin meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It evolved from the Old French 'giselle' and has roots in Germanic language. The name conveys traits of elegance and grace, and it does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity in the 19th century and continues to be viewed favorably in modern times, with notable people bearing the name.
The name Gizelle 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, Gizelle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Gizelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5100th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6814th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5937th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2532nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gizelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gizelle"
Pronunciation
/dʒɪˈzɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Gizelle derives from the Old French word 'giselle', which means 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It is believed to have originated from the Germanic word 'gisil', meaning 'a pledge' or 'a hostage'.
Meaning
pledge, hostage
Language Evolution
Giselle (Old French), Gisel (Germanic), Gizelle (Modern French and English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in France, and has been used in various cultures since then, often associated with grace and beauty.
Variants & Derivatives
Giselle, Gisella, Gizella, Gigi
Modern Popularity & Image
Gizelle is currently perceived as an elegant and sophisticated name, often associated with charm and femininity. It has seen a resurgence in popularity in various countries.
Famous People
Giselle Bündchen (Brazilian supermodel), Giselle Laronde (Miss Universe 1986)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gizelle"
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 "Gizelle"
"Gizelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5100th of 12526 | 111 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6814th of 19264 | 103 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5937th of 27321 | 217 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1752nd of 35406 | 1,819 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2532nd of 30306 | 849 |
Regional Popularity of "Gizelle" 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 "Gizelle" 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) |
- |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
80.90% 4202nd/5194 |
49.15% 3105th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.55% 2637th/4582 |
48.78% 2519th/5164 |
24.65% 1803rd/7313 |
13.48% 1006th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
59.04% 2649th/4487 |
36.38% 2482nd/6822 |
27.25% 1710th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gizelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gizelle" 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.