Other Forms FormsGisaltruda, Giseltrude, Giseltruda, Giseldrud, Ghiseltrudis, Giseltrudt, Gisledrudis
Meaning & History
Derived from the Germanic element gisal meaning "hostage, pledge" combined with drud "strength" or *trut "maiden". This name was borne by the wife of the Lombard king Aistulf. She was also a sister of Saint Anselm, Duke of Friuli.