Spelling Variants
Gisele vs Giselle: Which Spelling?
Gisele and Giselle both come from Germanic 'gisil' meaning pledge—variant spellings.
Global Rank #395
Gisele
Origin: Portuguese
The name Gisele means "pledge" or "hostage" in Old German, derived from the Germanic root *gīslaz*.
Global Rank #382
Giselle
Origin: French
Giselle derives from the Germanic element "gisil" meaning "pledge" or "hostage," reflecting a person given as a surety in medieval agreements.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Giselle currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.