Happiness or blessed
Zeldy is a diminutive form of the Yiddish name Zelda, which is derived from the German word 'selig', meaning happy or blessed. It is often used as an affectionate nickname within Jewish communities. While rare as a standalone name, it carries a sense of vintage charm and joyful energy.
Less common today
Zeldy isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,822 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).