Gissell

Gissell is a feminine name representing a variation of Giselle, which derives from Germanic origins meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage' (in the ancient sense of a peace treaty). This alternate spelling maintains the elegant sound of Giselle while offering a more distinctive presentation with the double 's' and double 'l'. The name carries ballet associations through the romantic ballet 'Giselle,' lending artistic and graceful connotations. While less common than Giselle, this spelling variation has appeared occasionally throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Gissell has a delicate yet substantial quality, appealing to parents seeking names with European heritage and classical elegance but with a slightly unique orthographic twist.

Pronounced ji-SEL.

As of October 2026, Gissell ranked #10378 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1712 in 2000.