Zelda Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Zelda Name at a Glance

Name	Zelda
Meaning	Gray haired battle maiden.
Origin	Teutonic
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Zelda Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Zelda means “Gray haired battle maiden”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Zelda Name Origin

Our database records Zelda under Teutonic origin. Browse more Teutonic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Zelda a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Zelda is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Zelda

When considering Zelda for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.