Gretchen

Q: How popular is the name Gretchen?

Gretchen is ranked #19120 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ gr-EHCH-uhn ]

Boy Name #19,120 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Gretchen is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced gr-EHCH-uhn.

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

Popularity Over Time

#19,120

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #19,120
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Gre Gry Greie Gretie

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Also a Girl Name

Gretchen is also used as a girl name, ranked #3569.

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Similar Names

Grace Gracie Grayce Gracia Grant Green Granville Grover

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gretchen

Is Gretchen a boy or girl name?

Gretchen is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #19120. As a girl name, it is ranked #3569. Gretchen is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Gretchen?

Gretchen is pronounced gr-EHCH-uhn.

How popular is the name Gretchen?

Gretchen is currently ranked #19120 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Gretchen?

Common nicknames for Gretchen include Gre, Gry, Greie, and Gretie.

Is Gretchen a common or rare name?

Gretchen is an uncommon name, ranked #19120 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Gretchen

Gretchen is a boy name .

Is Gretchen a boy or girl name? Gretchen is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,120 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #3,569. Gretchen is more commonly used as a girl name.

Gretchen is currently ranked #19,120 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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