Gretta

German, diminutive of Margarethe

"pearl"

Gretta Origin and Meaning

The name Gretta is a girl's name of German origin.

Gretta is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Greta, which itself originated as a short form of Margaret or Margareta. With Germanic and Greek roots, the name ultimately derives from 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' Gretta has a classic, slightly vintage feel with its double consonants giving it a more substantial presence than Greta. While never reaching tremendous popularity, the name enjoyed modest usage throughout the 20th century. It carries associations with iconic figures like Greta Garbo, lending it a touch of timeless glamour. Gretta balances familiarity with distinctiveness, offering a recognizable yet not overly common option that works well across various ages.

Gretta Rank in US Top 1000

# 981 in the US

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Famous People Named Gretta

• Margretta "Gretta" Kok Dutch Olympic swimmer
• Gretta Taslakian Lebanese Olympic sprinter
• Gretta Cohn American cellist of band Cursive
• Gretta Chambers Canadian journalist
• Margaret Marie "Gretta" Lange Bader American portrait sculptor
• Gretta Duisenberg Dutch pro,Palestinian activist
• Alegre "Gretta" Sarfaty Marchant British,Brazilian painter and photographer

The name Gretta in Pop Culture

• Gretta James character in movie "Begin Again"
• Gretta Milano character in movie "Fallen"