Greta
Greta: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Greta
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From German and Swedish Greta, a contraction of Margareta.
How popular is Greta?
Since 1880, 27,786 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Greta (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #317 in 1932. Its highest rank for boys was #3893 in 1934. In 2025 it ranked #908 for girls, with 291 babies given the name.
Names similar to Greta
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Greta FAQ
What does the name Greta mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From German and Swedish Greta, a contraction of Margareta.
What is the origin of the name Greta?
Greta is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Greta?
Since 1880, 27,786 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Greta (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #317 in 1932. Its highest rank for boys was #3893 in 1934. In 2025 it ranked #908 for girls, with 291 babies given the name.
Is Greta a boy or girl name?
Greta is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 27,786 girls and 5 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.