Giselle is of French origin and means "pledge, hostage". It is a feminine given name that has been used for centuries. In the 19th century, it gained popularity due to the ballet "Giselle" created by Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot, with music composed by Adolphe Adam. The ballet tells the story of a young girl named Giselle who dies after dancing herself to death, but returns as a ghost to protect her former lover. This classic tale has contributed to the enduring appeal of the name Giselle.
"The name Giselle experienced a significant rise in popularity from 1986 to 2004, with peaks in the late 1990s and early 2000s, resulting in a total of 44 babies named Giselle during this period."