Zelda
Zelda: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈzɛldə/
Meaning and origin of Zelda
- A female given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
Shortened from Griselda.
How popular is Zelda?
Since 1880, 16,734 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Zelda (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #376 in 1911. Its highest rank for boys was #4283 in 1932. In 2025 it ranked #832 for girls, with 328 babies given the name.
Names similar to Zelda
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Zelda
Sister and brother names that share Zelda's Germanic roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Zelda FAQ
What does the name Zelda mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages. Shortened from Griselda.
What is the origin of the name Zelda?
Zelda is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Zelda?
Since 1880, 16,734 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Zelda (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #376 in 1911. Its highest rank for boys was #4283 in 1932. In 2025 it ranked #832 for girls, with 328 babies given the name.
Is Zelda a boy or girl name?
Zelda is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 16,734 girls and 5 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.