Chriselda is an unusual yet captivating female given name of Latin origin, derived from the Old French 'Christèldis', which itself stems from the Germanic elements 'Christ' meaning 'anointed one' and 'Hild' meaning 'battle'. This unique moniker has seen limited use over the centuries but offers a distinctive and memorable option for parents seeking to bestow their child with an uncommon name. Spelling variations include Kristelda, Cristelda, and Chrystelda.
The name Chriselda appears to have had varying popularity over the years, with a significant spike in usage from 1971 to 1979, peaking at 20 births in 1971. However, it seems that its popularity has declined since then, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded after 1985. In total, there were 304 babies named Chriselda born between 1958 and 1996.