Greta: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Greta · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Greta: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Pearl»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Germanic
Popularity
92 out of 100
Where Greta is popular
- ItalyISTAT#14
- AlbaniaPopular
Rankings come from each country’s official birth statistics. Where a statistics office publishes no ranked list, we show that a name is popular rather than estimating a position.
About the Name Greta
Greta is a girl's name with Germanic roots, traditionally understood to mean "Pearl." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Greta, Greta runs to 2 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Greta is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Greta is a very popular choice, scoring 92 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as .
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FAQ
What does the name Greta mean?+
The name Greta means "Pearl".
What is the origin of the name Greta?+
Greta is a name of Germanic origin.
Is Greta a girl or boy name?+
Greta is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Greta?+
Greta is pronounced Greta (2 syllables).
Is Greta a popular name?+
Greta is a very popular choice, scoring 92 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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