Geretha
geh-REH-thuh
Geretha is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variant of Greta, a short form of Margareta, meaning "pearl" or "child of light" in Greek.”, and peaked in popularity in 1925.
What Geretha Means
“A variant of Greta, a short form of Margareta, meaning "pearl" or "child of light" in Greek.”
The Story of Geretha
This name, a variant of Greta, arrived in 1925 carrying the luminous meaning of 'pearl' for your daughter.
Geretha is a variant of Greta, which itself is a short form of Margareta. The name's ultimate origin lies in ancient Greek, where Margareta means 'pearl.' It made its recorded appearance in the United States in 1925, a bright new sound.
Choosing Geretha for your daughter is selecting a name that reflects inner strength and luminous clarity. It is for a child you envision possessing a caring and intelligent spirit, one that shines with independence and kindness.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#8 in 1925
Total Births
37
First Recorded
1925
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