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Gissela

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Pronounced gih-SEL-ah /ɡɪˈsɛl.ə/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Gisela/Gisele, from a Germanic root gisil ('pledge, hostage' — a noble child given as surety of a treaty). Common in Spanish and German use. We note the heritage.Low

In 30 seconds: A spelling of Gisela: Gissela means 'pledge' (said 'gih-SEL-ah'). We note the heritage.

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Origin MediumGermanic

MeaningA spelling of Gisela/Gisele, from a Germanic root gisil ('pledge, hostage' — a noble child given as surety of a treaty). Common in Spanish and German use. We note the heritage.

U.S. rank (2024)#12575 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2003

Total births (all-time)≈ 234

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Gissela re-spells Gisela/Gisele, from Germanic gisil ('pledge'). Common in Spanish and German naming, it stays rare in this form (said 'gih-SEL-ah'). Elegant and heritage-rich.

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, Germanic, and elegant.

Did you know? Gissela is a spelling of Gisela — from a Germanic root for 'pledge, hostage,' a noble child given to seal a treaty — which we note.

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Gissela — Spelling of Gisela; Germanic 'pledge, hostage'

Variations

GiselaGiseleGissele

Nicknames

GigiSela

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Gissela mean?

Gissela is a spelling of Gisela, from a Germanic root meaning 'pledge, hostage.'

How do you pronounce Gissela?

It's said gih-SEL-ah /ɡɪˈsɛl.ə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Gissela a boy or girl name?

Gissela is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Gissela?

Gissela is a rare spelling for girls in the U.S.