Find out how popular the first name Jesselyn has been for the last 45 years (from 1977 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jesselyn by gender

Based on the last 45 years of data, Jesselyn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jesselyn.

The history of the first name Jesselyn

The name Jesselyn is an English variant of the French name Giselle, which itself is derived from the Germanic name Gisela. The name Gisela is believed to have originated from a combination of the Germanic elements "gis" meaning "hostage" or "pledge" and "hild" meaning "battle."

Jesselyn's roots can be traced back to the Middle Ages, when the name Gisela was quite popular among the ruling classes in various European countries. One of the earliest recorded references to the name comes from the 9th century, when a Frankish noblewoman named Gisela married the Carolingian ruler Eberhard of Friuli.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Jesselyn or its variants. One of the most famous was Gisela of Burgundy (c. 960–1007), a French princess who married the Holy Roman Emperor Henry II and played a significant role in the political affairs of her time.

Another notable bearer of the name was Gisela of Bavaria (c. 985–1058), who was the wife of King Stephen I of Hungary and played a crucial role in the Christianization of Hungary.

In the 12th century, a woman named Gisela of Merania (c. 1165–1199) was the wife of the German king Conrad II and served as regent during her son's minority.

Moving forward in time, Gisela of Kalocsza (c. 1234–1301) was a Hungarian noblewoman and the wife of Béla IV, King of Hungary and Croatia.

In more recent history, Gisela Prieto (1912–1994) was a Mexican actress and singer who appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career.

While the name Jesselyn is not as common as some other variants, it has maintained a presence throughout history, carrying with it a sense of strength, nobility, and cultural significance.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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