Grete
Pronunciation: [ gr-EET ]
Grete is a girl baby name. Ranked #48,323 in the US, popular nicknames include Gre, Gry, and Greie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Grete first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 45 babies have been named Grete in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Grete is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,323 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,323
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Grete
Grete is a girl name .
Grete is currently ranked #48,323 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Grete include Gre, Gry, and Greie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Grete include Greta, Grettel, Gretel, Gretchen, Gretta . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis