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Name Origin

Giselle is a French given name of Germanic origin, meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It rose in popularity due to the Romantic ballet 'Giselle', first performed in 1841.

frenchgermanicballetromanticpledgehostagefeminine

Famous People

Giselle Bündchen (1980-)

Model

  • One of the highest-paid models in the world
  • Victoria's Secret Angel

Giselle Ochs (1973-)

Politician

  • Member of the California State Assembly

Giselle Ramirez

Singer-Songwriter

  • Known for her Latin pop music