Zelda
Pronunciation: [ z-EHLD-uh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #30,922
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Also a Girl Name
Zelda is also used as a girl name, ranked #745.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zelda
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About the Name Zelda
Zelda is a boy name .
Is Zelda a boy or girl name? Zelda is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #30,922 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #745. Zelda is more commonly used as a girl name.
Zelda is currently ranked #30,922 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Zelda include Zel, Zey, and Zelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis