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Greta

GREH-tah

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginSwedish

The Story of Greta

From a silent film icon to a global activist, this name whispers of independence and a rare, captivating charm.

Greta is a delightful diminutive of Margareta, the Swedish form of Margaret, which hails from the Greek *margaron*, meaning ‘pearl.’ This name journeyed from ancient Greece through Scandinavian royalty and became synonymous with a rare, understated glamour in the early 20th century, later adopted by a voice for the planet.

Whispering 'Greta' feels like revealing a carefully guarded secret, a name that holds both a classic elegance and a modern boldness. When you write this name on your child’s birth announcement, it carries the weight of a pearl, something precious and enduring. You can already picture her, honest and kind, with a spirit that won’t be easily swayed, her voice clear and true.

What It Means

Greta is a diminutive of Margareta, the Swedish form of Margaret. Margaret is derived from the Greek *margaron*, meaning 'pearl'.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Greta Garbo

    Swedish-American actress during the silent and classic cinema

  • Greta Thunberg

    Swedish environmental activist and speaker

Personality Traits

CharmingIndependentHonestKind

Peak Year

#534 in 1967

Total Births

27,501

First Recorded

1885

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