Grizelda Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgri-ZEL-da / /ɡrɪˈzɛldə/German; English
Meaning
German: spear maiden; English: a variant of Griselda
Historical & Cultural Background
Grizelda is a variant of the name Griselda, which has roots in Germanic languages. The name has been associated with various literary works, including Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales.' Griselda is often portrayed as a symbol of patience and fidelity in folklore. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different cultures over the centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Griselda
International Variants
- Griselda (Spanish)
- Griselda (Italian)
Famous people named Grizelda
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Fictional characters named Grizelda
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Grizelda was first seen in the United States in 1964. Grizelda has ranked as high as #1076 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Grizelda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Grizelda (1984)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |