Greta vs Seraphina

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

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Popularity Comparison

Greta Rank #856
Seraphina Rank #778

Seraphina is more popular, ranked #778 vs #856 for Greta.

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

Seraphina ___

  • Seraphina Rose
  • Seraphina Joy
  • Seraphina Grace
  • Seraphina Louise
  • Seraphina Elise
  • Seraphina Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greta or Seraphina more popular?

Seraphina is more popular, ranked #778 compared to Greta at #856 in the United States.

What do Greta and Seraphina mean?

Greta means "pearl" (Germanic, from Greek margarites origin). Seraphina means "fiery, ardent" (Hebrew origin).

Are Greta and Seraphina boy or girl names?

Greta is primarily a girl name. Seraphina is primarily a girl name.

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