Gisela

The female first name Gisela has an Old High German origin and means 'the young noblewoman', 'the noble lady-in-waiting', or 'the noble war captive'. The origin of the name lies in the Old High German gisal for 'the hostage', 'the guarantor', 'the pledge', or 'the noble hostage', originally referring to a noble (war) captive for exchange, later the noble offspring par excellence.

What does the name Gisela mean?

The female first name Gisela has an Old High German origin and means 'the young noblewoman', 'the noble lady-in-waiting', or 'the noble war captive'. The origin of the name lies in the Old High German gisal for 'the hostage', 'the guarantor', 'the pledge', or 'the noble hostage', originally referring to a noble (war) captive for exchange, later the noble offspring par excellence. Gisela is a very old Frankish name; already the sister and daughter of Charlemagne were named Gisela. The name became known through Empress Gisela, who lived in the 10th and 11th centuries as the wife of Conrad II. Other variants include Giesela, Gisella, Gisele, Giselle, Gisell, Gizela, Gizella, Ghislaine, Gisa, and Gila. In Germany, the name was among the most popular girls' names between 1920 and 1950. Nowadays, however, it is given rather rarely.

Where does the name Gisela come from?

The word origin of Gisela is a female first name of Old High German origin with the meaning 'the young noblewoman'. Old High German

How do you pronounce Gisela?

Sound & pronunciation of Gisela: The name Gisela is three to four syllables and softly modulated. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Gi-se-la' [ɡiˈzeːla], with the middle syllable carrying the tonal emphasis. The open ending on 'a' provides a harmonious conclusion. Gisela appears traditional and friendly - sonorous, calm, and present.

When is the name day of Gisela?

The name day of Gisela is on February 13 and May 7 (in honor of Gisela of Bavaria).

Popularity

In the late 19th century, the female first name Gisela in Germany predominantly ranked between the top 60 and top 90. Starting in 1908, it first approached the top group with placements around the top 40. Between 1926 and 1939, an extraordinary success phase began. The name repeatedly reached the top position - including in 1926, 1929, 1934, 1936, and 1939. Additionally, it frequently occupied 2nd and 3rd place. For many years, it consistently belonged to the top 10 group.

Nicknames & pet names

Cheesela / Chela / Ela / Gaysela / Geisel / Geisela / Gies / Giesburger / Giese / Gieshahn / Gieskanne / Gigi / Gila / Gilala / Gilla / Gillchen / Gisa / Gischen / Gise / Gisel / Giselase / Giselchen / Gisi / GisiBiesi / Gisl / Gisla / Giza / Griesel / Griselda / Hapegiela / Pieselda / Pisela / Sela / Tschissel

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Famous people

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