Zelda as a Female Name
Zelda is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Zelda for a girl get a name with a clear German (Yiddish) heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Zelda means “Grey/dark battle; or blessed” and is of German (Yiddish) origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Griselda, Selda, Zilda.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Zelda across all genders, see the complete Zelda name meaning.
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Is Zelda a girl's name?+
Zelda is most commonly a girl's name. It means “Grey/dark battle; or blessed” and is of German (Yiddish) origin.
What does Zelda mean?+
Zelda means “Grey/dark battle; or blessed” and originates from German (Yiddish).