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Gisella
Pronounced jih-ZEL-ah /dʒɪˈzɛl.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: Elaboration of Gisela/Giselle — from Germanic gisil, 'pledge, hostage' (a noble treaty-guarantee)Medium
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History & Origin
Gisella is an elaboration of Gisela/Giselle — from Germanic gisil, 'pledge, hostage' (a noble guarantee of a treaty). An elegant, balletic name; the -lla ending makes it lush.
In the U.S. it appears in European families. Rare, pledge at the root, and elegant.
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What does the name Gisella mean?
Gisella elaborates Gisela/Giselle — Germanic 'pledge, hostage' (a noble treaty-guarantee).
How do you pronounce Gisella?
It's said jih-ZEL-ah /dʒɪˈzɛl.ɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Gisella a boy or girl name?
Gisella is a girl's name.
How popular is Gisella?
Gisella is a rare name in the U.S.