Yisel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yisel is a modern Spanish name derived from the Germanic name Giselle, meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It evolved through Old French and has become popular in contemporary times, especially in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name conveys traits of elegance and strength, though it does not have biblical significance.
The name Yisel 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, Yisel 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, 'Yisel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10663rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8891st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3941st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9007th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yisel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yisel"
Pronunciation
/jiˈzɛl/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Yisel is believed to be a modern variation of the name Giselle, which has Germanic roots. The name Giselle means 'pledge' or 'hostage' in Old German.
Meaning
pledge, hostage
Language Evolution
Giselle (Old French), Giselle (Germanic), Yisel (Modern Spanish)
Historical Usage
Yisel gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice, particularly among Spanish-speaking communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Giselle, Gisel, Yiselita
Modern Popularity & Image
Yisel is perceived as a trendy and elegant name, often associated with beauty and strength.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yisel"
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 "Yisel"
"Yisel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10663rd of 19264 | 39 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8891st of 27321 | 117 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3941st of 35406 | 570 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9007th of 30306 | 139 |
Regional Popularity of "Yisel" 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 "Yisel" 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) |
- | - | - |
75.49% 3053rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
66.46% 4198th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
46.33% 3388th/7313 |
34.33% 2562nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Yisel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yisel" 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.