Gissela
Gissela is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,555 in the US, popular nicknames include Gis, Giy, and Gisie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gissela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 234 babies have been named Gissela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gissela is past its peak , currently ranked #21,555 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,555
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Gissela
Gissela is a girl name .
Gissela is currently ranked #21,555 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gissela include Gis, Giy, Gisie, and Gissie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gissela include Gisselle . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis