Grietje name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 20th, 2023
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: Dutch, Frisian and German
Pronunciation: g-riet-je
Meaning: Form of Margaret, Child of Light and A Pearl
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What does Grietje mean?

Girl name Grietje is rooted from Old Greek is used notably in Dutch, German and Frisian. Grietje is variation of virtuous, darling and eternal Greta. Greta is short version of Marguerite. Greta is English and Austrian cognate of Margaret.

Also Greta is equivalent of Margreta in German language. Greta came from Old Greek, meaning of Greta is "Form of Margaret, A Pearl and The Pearl".

How do I pronounce Grietje?

The three syllabled name Grietje is pronounced, g-riet-je. gri(e)-tje is the different way(s) to pronounce the name.

Variants of Grietje

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

How popular is the name Grietje?

Grietje is a common baby name in Netherlands while it is somewhat familiar in Belgium, Indonesia and Germany. According to our research, at least 4000 people have been bestowed Grietje around the globe.

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Grietje in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands010256347597

Numerological aspects of Grietje

Your decision to keep fighting for things even when they're falling apart sometimes ruins self-confidence. When it comes to your job, you are always the one with a new idea to present. Open up if you want to take relationships to the next level and establish a better connection with people. People who know you describe you as driven and ambitious. You don't depend on anyone's understanding and support.

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Sibling Names for Grietje

Choosing a perfect name for your baby can be one of the most significant decisions you make. If you've chosen "Grietje" as your baby's name, congratulations! Now, if you're looking for some sibling names that go well with it, we've compiled a comprehensive list of names that complement "Grietje." These names are unique, beautiful, and perfect for the newest addition to your family.

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Famous people named Grietje

  • Grietje Staffelt, German politician and a former member of Alliance '90/The Greens
  • Grietje Vanderheijden, Belgian actress

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