Giesen was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Giesen.
The place is now called Giże and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giesen | German Empire | Lyck | 1939 |
| Giże | Under Polish administration | Ełk | 1945 |
| Giże | Poland | Suwałki | 1992 |