Zelda: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: z-ehld-ah
Origin: Israel
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Blessed

Zelda is a name with multiple origins and meanings. Zelda means 'blessed'or 'happy'in Yiddish, not justice or righteousness in Hebrew, and also has German and Yiddish roots, where It means "happy" or "blessed. " Zelda gained popularity in part due to Zelda Fitzgerald, but it has historical significance and usage beyond her influence, who was a writer and socialite. The name was further popularized by the video game series "The Legend of Zelda, " which has made it a cultural icon associated with adventure and strength. Despite its recent decline in popularity, Zelda remains a significant name in literature and gaming.

Zelda Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Zelda is currently #1167 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Zelda is currently #640 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Zelda is currently #599 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Zelda is currently #338 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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