Griselda is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old German elements 'grisa', meaning 'grey', and 'hiltja', signifying 'battle'. This unique name was popular in medieval Europe due to its association with a legendary 10th-century queen named Griseldis. The tale of Griselda's unyielding devotion and patience, as told by Italian poet Giovanni Boccaccio, has contributed to the enduring appeal of this name.
"The name Griselda had a peak in popularity with nine births each in 1984 and 1985, but it has since declined, with five births recorded annually from 1986 onwards, except for an increase to eight in 1982. Overall, there were sixty-one babies named Griselda between 1973 and 1991."