Gretel name meaning

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Updated: March 13th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: English, German, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Gretel g-re-tel
Meaning: Form of Margaret, Child of Light and The Pearl
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What does Gretel mean?

Rare girl name Gretel is originated from Old Greek, meaning of Gretel is "Form of Margaret, Child of Light or Pearl" is predominantly used in German, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, English and Finnish.

Also Gretel is equivalent of Greta in German and English languages. Gretel is celebrated on November 16.

How do I pronounce Gretel?

The most common way to pronounce three syllabled Gretel is g-re-tel.

Variants of Gretel

Gretell, Marguerite, Greta, Margaret, Margarita, Griet, Margreta, Ghita, Greet, Grieta, Margaux, Mamie, Tita, Margueritte, Annemargaret, Margareta, Margarit, Grit, Magreta

Middle Names for Gretel

Noreen, Sondra, Daenerys, Lavender, Eleanora, Leatrice, view more middle names that goes with Gretel

Names that rhyme with Gretel

How popular is the name Gretel?

Gretel is a familiar baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1915 and was able to reach the top 3000 names. In 2014, it ranked 2730th when 63 girl were named Gretel.

Over 1166 people have been named Gretel in United States. Gretel is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales where it has been in use since 1996 and peaked in 2014 when it ranked 2314th.

Also, in France, it has been in use since 1968 and achieved its top most rank of 1348 in 1972.

But Gretel is a popular baby name in Germany where every 1 in 8000 have the name.

At least, 20000 people globally have carried Gretel as their given name according to our estimate.

YearRankBirths
2018342245
2017366241
2016291957
2015405736
2014273063
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Gretel in Nordic countries

CountriesWomen
First NameSecondary Name
Netherlands57
Finland0973
Sweden162103
Norway1626
Denmark140

Numerological analysis of Gretel

People find you attractive because of your mysterious private life and self-confident approach to everything. You often get involved with people who have a hard time to express how they actually feel. When it comes to romantic relationships, you are a passionate lover. Your methods of handling relationships are proven. Your mood depends on your thoughts, while they depend on songs you listen, people you met during the day, or memories you come back to.

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  •  Achill - Used principally in German and Greek, Achill is a boy name has its origin in Old Greek, Achill means "Pain"
  •  Gregory - Used principally in Finnish and Danish persistent and famous, Gregory is a unisex name has its origin in Old Greek, Gregory means "Watchful or The Watchful"
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Sibling Names for Gretel

If you are considering the name Gretel for your baby, you may also be looking for sibling names that pair well. We have compiled a list of names that complement Gretel's unique charm and effortless beauty, each one with its own distinct meaning and origin. From classic to modern, these names are sure to inspire your search for the perfect sibling name.

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Famous people named Gretel

  • Gretel Killeen, Australian television presenter, comedian
  • Gretel Ehrlich, American travel writer, poet, and essayist
  • Gretel Bergmann, German Jewish track and field athlete
  • Gretel Roenfeldt in Blixa Bargeld Stole My Cowboy Boots as Actress
  • Gretel Sharp in San Andreas as Actress
  • Gretel Mohn portrayed vital character of N in 1919 thriller movie Die das Licht scheuen...! Aus dem Tagebuch des Meisterdetektivs Ferry White.

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