Giselle is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #350 in 2022 with 907 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2007 with 2,596 births ranking #134. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 149.2%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 1,807 girls born was named Giselle. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Giselle is a graceful classic often linked to the old idea of a pledge. It feels elegant, refined, and strongly associated with beauty and poise.
The name has medieval roots but later became especially glamorous through ballet and French style. Its modern appeal is rooted as much in atmosphere as in etymology.