Giżyn was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Giesenbrügge.
The place is now called Giżyn and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giesenbrügge | German Empire | Soldin | 1939 |
| Giżyn | Under Polish administration | Myślibórz | 1945 |
| Giżyn | Poland | Gorzów | 1992 |