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Gretta
GirlMeaning of Gretta: German: 'pearl'
Gretta is a girl's name most strongly associated with German naming. It has 6 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 5196th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#5196
23 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
4,139
First recorded 1881 · peak 1966
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
0% boys · 100% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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