Gretchen vs Fisher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gretchen

Girl #3,569 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pearl"

Origin: Greek via Latin (via Margaret)

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Boy #900 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fisherman"

Origin: Old English

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Gretchen Rank #3,569

Fisher Rank #900

Fisher is more popular, ranked #900 vs #3569 for Gretchen.

Is Gretchen or Fisher more popular?

Fisher is more popular, ranked #900 compared to Gretchen at #3569 in the United States.

What do Gretchen and Fisher mean?

Gretchen means "pearl" (Greek via Latin (via Margaret) origin). Fisher means "fisherman" (Old English origin).

Are Gretchen and Fisher boy or girl names?

Gretchen is primarily a girl name. Fisher is primarily a boy name.