Greta vs Joyce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Greta

Girl #856 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Germanic, from Greek margarites

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Swedish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#856
Total SSA Count
314
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Grete, Greti

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Greta Rank #856
Joyce Rank #1,042

Greta is more popular, ranked #856 vs #1042 for Joyce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Greta ___

  • Greta Rose
  • Greta Louise
  • Greta Marie
  • Greta Elizabeth
  • Greta Jane
  • Greta Ann

Joyce ___

  • Joyce Ann
  • Joyce Marie
  • Joyce Elizabeth
  • Joyce Louise
  • Joyce Carol
  • Joyce Ellen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greta or Joyce more popular?

Greta is more popular, ranked #856 compared to Joyce at #1042 in the United States.

What do Greta and Joyce mean?

Greta means "pearl" (Germanic, from Greek margarites origin). Joyce means "lord" (Breton via Old French origin).

Are Greta and Joyce boy or girl names?

Greta is primarily a girl name. Joyce is primarily a girl name.

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