Giselda

“Giselda is derived from the Germanic name Gise, with roots in the Old High German word 'gisi' meaning pledge or hostage”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#609US 2023

1.6kBirths / yr

→Stable

26All-time births

📅 Since 191600

What does Giselda mean and where does it come from?

Giselda is derived from the Germanic name Gise, with roots in the Old High German word 'gisi' meaning pledge or hostage. This name has historical significance in medieval Europe, primarily in German and Italian regions. It signifies not only the personal qualities of loyalty but also cultural herita

Cultural significance

Giselda has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of italian.

Peak popularity

Reached #4974 in 1916 — currently #609 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Giselda?

Giselda works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Giselda Grace

How popular is Giselda right now?

Holding steady — currently #609 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#609 · Top 0.45%

1975

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#609	1,591	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#614	1,571	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#619	1,541	▲ up 8673 · +30720% births
1975	#9292	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Giselda

Best Year2023Rank #609

Peak Count1,591

Average Rank#2784

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1975 - 20234 years

The story of Giselda

Giselda entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 26 total births recorded, Giselda remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9292 in 1975 to #609 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Giselda in 1916:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Giselda by decade

Giselda peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1960s	5
1970s	5
1980s	5
1990s ★	6

💎Giselda has only 26 total recorded births since 1916 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Giselda?

Common

GisGisieGisyElda

What names sound and feel like Giselda?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Giselda also consider these

Gisella

Italy · pledge, promise

Gisela

Germanic · German

Griselda

Italian · dark battle

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Gissela

Germanic · pledge, promise

Inelda

Spanish · Shining light

Common questions about the name Giselda

What does the name Giselda mean?

Giselda means "Italian" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Giselda?

Giselda is currently ranked #609 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Giselda?

Giselda originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Giselda?

Giselda pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

What are good nicknames for Giselda?

Giselda naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.