Zeldia
A feminine variant of Zelda, derived from Germanic origins meaning "blessed home" or "consecrated home".
Name Census estimates that about 2 living Americans carry the first name Zeldia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Zeldia today is around 76 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zeldia births was 1941 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zeldia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Zeldia is about 76 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Zeldias were born before 1960.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Zeldia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
2
~ 1 in 171,377,169 Americans
Peak year
1941
5 babies that year
Average age
76
years old
1941 SSA rank
#5,083
Tracked since 1941
Popularity
Zeldia: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Zeldia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Zeldia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 0 | 5 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Zeldia
The name Zeldia is a unique and intriguing one, with a rich history that spans several cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Persia, where it was derived from the word "zal," meaning "gold" or "golden." This association with precious metals is believed to have been a nod to the wealth and prosperity that parents hoped their child would enjoy.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century. In this work, Zeldia is mentioned as the name of a minor character, suggesting that the name was in use among the Persian nobility during that time.
As the centuries passed, the name Zeldia spread to other regions and cultures, undergoing various modifications and adaptations. In ancient Greece, for example, a variant spelling of the name, "Zeldia," was used, and it is believed to have been associated with the goddess Artemis, who was revered for her strength and independence.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Zeldia. One of the earliest recorded examples is Zeldia of Constantinople (c. 1120-1187), a Byzantine scholar and philosopher who was renowned for her contributions to the study of ancient Greek texts. Her writings and teachings have left a lasting impact on the intellectual legacy of the Eastern Roman Empire.
Another prominent figure was Zeldia al-Andalusi (1165-1242), an Andalusian poet and scholar who lived during the Golden Age of Islamic Spain. Her works, which explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, were widely celebrated and have been preserved in various literary anthologies.
In the 16th century, Zeldia Contarini (1510-1585) was a Venetian noblewoman and patron of the arts, known for her support of Renaissance painters and sculptors. Her patronage played a crucial role in the development of the Venetian art scene during this period.
Moving forward in time, Zeldia Romanov (1780-1828) was a Russian princess and philanthropist, renowned for her charitable endeavors and efforts to improve the lives of the underprivileged. Her legacy has been honored through the establishment of several educational institutions and social welfare organizations.
More recently, Zeldia Fitzgerald (1900-1948), the wife of the celebrated American author F. Scott Fitzgerald, was a writer and socialite in her own right. Her tumultuous yet fascinating life has been the subject of numerous biographies and literary works, shedding light on the cultural and artistic climate of the Jazz Age.
These are just a few examples of the many remarkable individuals who have carried the name Zeldia throughout history, each leaving their own unique mark on their respective fields and cultures.
People
Zeldia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zeldia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Z
Other first names starting with Z with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Zeldia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zeldia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zeldia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 171,377,169 US residents.
Is Zeldia a common name?
We classify Zeldia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zeldia most popular?
The single biggest year for Zeldia was 1941, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zeldia is about 76 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Zeldia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Zeldia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zeldia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Zeldia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Zeldia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Zeldia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Zeldia?
Want to know how many people share the name Zeldia? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.