Where is Ghislain from?

Meaning of the name Ghislain

French form of Gislenus , a Latinized form of the Germanic name Gislin , derived from the element gisil meaning "hostage" or "pledge". This was the name of a 7th-century Belgian saint.

Characteristics of the name Ghislain

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