Gretta
Gretta: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Gretta
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Margaret. A rare variant of Greta.
How popular is Gretta?
Since 1880, 4,139 girls in the U.S. have been named Gretta. Its highest rank for girls was #800 in 1895. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Gretta
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Gretta
Sister and brother names that share Gretta's Greek roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Gretta FAQ
What does the name Gretta mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Margaret. A rare variant of Greta.
What is the origin of the name Gretta?
Gretta is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Gretta?
Since 1880, 4,139 girls in the U.S. have been named Gretta. Its highest rank for girls was #800 in 1895. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Gretta a boy or girl name?
Gretta is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,139 girls and 0 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.