Gray battle maid
Grissel is a medieval Scottish and English diminutive form of Griselda. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'gris', meaning gray, and 'hild', meaning battle. Historically, the name is associated with the folk tale of Patient Griselda, a figure known for her extreme patience and obedience.
Less common today
Grissel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,572 in 1990.
Scottish songwriter and socialite known for her household account books
The last person burned as a witch in Dundee, Scotland
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
