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