What is the origin of the name Grizelda?

Grizelda is a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Grizelda?

Grizelda is currently ranked #16070 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Grizelda?

Grizelda is pronounced griz-EL-dah.

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GirlGermanic

Grizelda

griz-EL-dah

Popularity

#16070

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

182

Peak Year

#14 in 1976

First Recorded

1964

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Germanic name meaning 'gray battle' or 'gray fighting maiden'. A name of historical significance.

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Griz Zelda Grizzy Zeldy

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Numerology

The Idealist

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Nicknames

Griz Zelda Grizzy Zeldy

Spelling Variations

Griselda Grisel Grizel

Similar Names

Wilhelmina Matilda Adelaide Agnes

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentLoyalResilient

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