Gretl

Q: How popular is the name Gretl?

Gretl is ranked #25371 in popularity for girl names.

Girl Name #25,371 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Gretl is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records.

Popularity Over Time

#25,371

Current Rank

New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #25,371
Total SSA Count: 6

Alternative Spellings

Greta #856 Grettel #2359 Gretel #3274 Gretchen #3569 Gretta #4387

Nicknames

Gre Gry Greie

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gretl

Is Gretl a boy or girl name?

Gretl is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Gretl?

Gretl is currently ranked #25371 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Gretl?

Common nicknames for Gretl include Gre, Gry, and Greie.

Is Gretl a common or rare name?

Gretl is an uncommon name, ranked #25371 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Gretl

Gretl is a girl name .

Gretl is currently ranked #25,371 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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

Alternative spellings of Gretl include Greta, Grettel, Gretel, Gretchen, Gretta . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.