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Greta

Pronunciation: [ gr-EET-uh ]

Boy Name #42,510 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Greta is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced gr-EET-uh.

Parents who love the name Greta often also consider Grace, Gracie, Grayce .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#42,510
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Gre Gry Greie

Also a Girl Name

Greta is also used as a girl name, ranked #856.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Greta

Is Greta a boy or girl name?
Greta is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #42510. As a girl name, it is ranked #856. Greta is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Greta?
Greta is pronounced gr-EET-uh.
How popular is the name Greta?
Greta is currently ranked #42510 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Greta?
Common nicknames for Greta include Gre, Gry, and Greie.
Is Greta a common or rare name?
Greta is an uncommon name, ranked #42510 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Greta

Greta is a boy name .

Is Greta a boy or girl name? Greta is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #42,510 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #856. Greta is more commonly used as a girl name.

Greta is currently ranked #42,510 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Greta include Gre, Gry, and Greie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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