Grethe name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: German, Scandinavian, Icelandic, Greenlandic, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Grethe g-re-the
Meaning: The Pearl
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What does Grethe mean?

Grethe's meaning is The Pearl is a girl name commonly used in Scandinavian, Icelandic, Finnish, Norwegian, Greenlandic, Danish, German and Swedish is of Old Greek origin. Grethe is variant of well-known and pious Greta.

Greta is abridged form of Marguerite. Greta is English, German and Austrian form of Margaret. Also Greta is German cognate of Margreta. Originated from Old Greek, Unwonted Greta, Greta means "Child of Light and Form of Margaret".

How do I pronounce Grethe?

g-re-the is the most common way to pronounce three syllabled Grethe.

Variants of Grethe

Greta, Margaret, Margreta, Ghita, Greet, Grieta, Margaux, Mamie, Tita, Margueritte, Annemargaret, Marguerite, Margareta, Magreta

How popular is the name Grethe?

Grethe is a rare baby name in United States, chances of it being still in use are very slim. Also, Grethe is a familiar name in Germany, South Africa and Greenland. According to our findings, at least 20000 people have been bestowed Grethe around the globe.

YearRankBirths
193235697
[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Grethe in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands055866
Sweden05284258
Norway0556698944
Denmark00116370

Numerological analysis of Grethe

Being a boss suits you because of your high self-esteem, determination, and knowledge. Number 8 reveals your sharp focus and ability to love with all your heart as your personality number. You don't have to lie but find a subtle way to tell someone they need improvement or work harder on something to get it done correctly. You are always open to new adventures. You are a humanitarian with a higher purpose in life. And that is to help others.

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  •  Ephie - Used largely in English, Ephie is of Old Greek origin, Ephie means "Sweetly-Spoken Well-Spoken Well-Regarded, Of Good Repute and Good Repute" is a girl name. Ephie is short form of Euphemia.
  •  Dorrit - The prevalent and evergreen girl name Dorrit is of Old Greek origin is largely used in Finnish and English. Dorrit is English form of Dorothea
  •  Coraline means Nature Name or Girl of the Sea has its origin in English and Greek generally bestowed upon baby girls is used mostly in English and French
  •  Carolyna - Meaning of Carolyna is Man, Song of Happiness and Feminine Variant of Charles has its origin in Old Greek and Germanic is a girl name. Carolyna is derivation of Carolina.

Sibling Names for Grethe

If you're looking for sibling names to go with the Scandinavian name "Grethe," you've come to the right place! Below is a list of names that complement "Grethe" perfectly, from classic and traditional choices to more unique and modern options. Whether you're expecting a boy or a girl, there's sure to be a name on this list that will inspire you.

Names for Grethe's sister

Brother to Grethe

Famous people named Grethe

  • Grethe Weiser, German actress
  • Grethe and Jørgen Ingmann, were Danish singers and musicians
  • Grethe Ingmann, Danish singer
  • Grethe Rask, Danish physician and surgeon in Zaïre
  • Grethe Grünberg, Estonian former ice dancer
  • Grethe Bøe-Waal directed the movie The Ten Lives of Titanic the Cat
  • Grethe Kausland, from 1979 comedy, musical movie Vi spillopper, who played the N.
  • In 1994, Grethe Ryen played the role of Mother in drama, romance flick Du Pappa.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
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