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      Meaning of the first name Grizelda

      Origin

      German

      Meaning

      Form of Grizelda

      Variations

      Erizelda, Griselda, Gryzelda
      The name Grizelda has its origins in German and is derived from the name Griselda. Griselda itself is a form of the Old High German name Grswalda, which can be broken down into two elements: grs, meaning gray, and wald, meaning rule or ruler. This name likely gained popularity during the medieval period in German-speaking regions.

      Grizelda appears in both historical and modern-day usage. In history, the name Grizelda gained recognition due to its association with an Italian folk tale known as Patient Griselda. This tale became widely known through Giovanni Boccaccio's work, The Decameron, in the 14th century. In this story, Grizelda is depicted as a patient and submissive wife who endures various hardships to prove her faithfulness and virtue. This portrayal of Grizelda has had a lasting impact on the name's reputation.

      In modern-day usage, the name Grizelda is relatively rare. It has fallen out of favor and is not commonly given to newborns. However, the name might still be encountered in literature, art, or other creative works where authors or artists draw inspiration from historical tales or seek to evoke a sense of the past. The name Grizelda continues to exist as a reminder of the ancient German roots and the enduring legacy of the tale of Patient Griselda.

      Based on our records...

      Taylor

      Taylor

      This is the most common surname associated with Grizelda.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Grizelda.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name for a child of a Grizelda.
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      1756 is when there were the most people born with the first name Grizelda.

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