Gisel is a unique and elegant female given name of Germanic origin, meaning 'hostage'. It was particularly popular during the Middle Ages among the nobility due to its use by several historical figures such as Giselher and Giselhild in the medieval German epic poem 'The Nibelungenlied'. The name's variants include Gisela and Gislaine. While it is not widely used today, Gisel retains a timeless charm and could make for an distinctive choice for parents seeking a uncommon yet meaningful name.
"Gisel has seen a significant rise in popularity from the late 1980s onwards, with consistent high numbers of births per year since the mid-1990s. The peak was reached in 1997 and 1998 with 75 and 104 births respectively, marking a notable trend during that period."