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Origin: Polish

Meaning: Pledge; Hostage

Solidify your pledge to love and cherish baby forever with the sweet moniker Gizela. Of Old German and Polish origin, Gizela is typically feminine. It stems from the Old German word gīsal, which means “pledge” or “hostage,” and boasts a selection of variations, including Gisela or Gisèle. We have no doubt with a name like Gizela; baby will forever hold your heart hostage.