The nameGhislain
Ghislain is a French boy's name of Germanic origin, that of a hermit saint of Hainaut.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
Meaning
Ghislain comes from the Germanic gisil, whose meaning is debated, often translated as "hostage, pledge".
Origin
Germanic. Saint Ghislain gave his name to a town in Belgium.
History
The name was well liked in France in the 1960s and 1970s.
Popularity of the name Ghislain
Ghislain in France
Ghislain was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 2,595 births over the decade, 21% of all recorded babies named Ghislain. Its rise began around 1931, and it peaked in 1972. Half of all babies named Ghislain in France were born before 1973, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Ghislain in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghislain mean?
Ghislain comes from the Germanic gisil, whose meaning is debated, often translated as "hostage, pledge".
What is the origin of the name Ghislain?
Germanic. Saint Ghislain gave his name to a town in Belgium.
Is Ghislain a girl's or a boy's name?
Ghislain is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Ghislain?
Variants and related names of Ghislain include Ghislaine.