Greta vs Winnifred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Greta

Girl #856 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pearl"

Origin: Germanic, from Greek margarites

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Girl #2,773 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"blessed peacemaking, holy reconciliation"

Origin: Welsh 'Gwenfrewi'

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Greta Rank #856

Winnifred Rank #2,773

Greta is more popular, ranked #856 vs #2773 for Winnifred.

Is Greta or Winnifred more popular?

Greta is more popular, ranked #856 compared to Winnifred at #2773 in the United States.

What do Greta and Winnifred mean?

Greta means "pearl" (Germanic, from Greek margarites origin). Winnifred means "blessed peacemaking, holy reconciliation" (Welsh 'Gwenfrewi' origin).

Are Greta and Winnifred boy or girl names?

Greta is primarily a girl name. Winnifred is primarily a girl name.