# What Does the Name Giselle Mean?

Giselle is a girl name of German origin. It means “pledge”.

**Origin:** German

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** jih-ZEL

The name Giselle comes from German roots, where it carries the meaning “pledge”. It is pronounced jih-ZEL.

Is Giselle a boy or girl name? Giselle is traditionally used as a girl name.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Giselle?

Giselle means “pledge”. It is a name of German origin.

### What origin is the name Giselle?

Giselle is of German origin.

### Is Giselle a boy or girl name?

Giselle is traditionally a girl name.