Greta

At a Glance: Name: Greta – Meaning: pearl (via Margaret) – Origin: German/Swedish (contraction of Margareta) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: GRET-ah

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Greta is a German and Swedish contraction of Margareta, and it carries that name's meaning of "pearl." Pronounced GRET-ah, it's a clean, modern style pick for parents who like short, clean names with a long history behind them.

Meaning & Origin of Greta

Meaning: Pearl (via margaret).

Origin: German/Swedish (contraction of Margareta).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Greta

Phonetic: GRET-ah   IPA: /ˈɡrɛtə/

Popularity of Greta

Greta reached its highest popularity in 1932, ranking #317 with 400 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it had settled to #855 with 314 babies, based on Social Security data spanning 1885 to 2024.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1885–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Greta mean?

Pearl (via margaret). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Greta)

How do you pronounce Greta?

Greta is pronounced GRET-ah (IPA: /ˈɡrɛtə/).

Is Greta a popular name right now?

Greta peaked at #317 in 1932 and is ranked #855 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1885–2024.)

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