| Meaning | pearl |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Gre-tel |
About Gretel
Storybook charm meets real-world practicality in this delightful name. Gretel carries whimsical associations while remaining grounded and usable for contemporary life. Parents selecting this name often appreciate its literary connections and old-world European character, which provides depth and narrative richness.
The name's compact structure makes it easy for young children to learn and pronounce, while its distinctive quality ensures she'll rarely share her name with classmates. Gretel has a friendly, approachable sound that feels warm and inviting, suggesting someone personable and down-to-earth.
Despite its fairytale heritage, Gretel translates surprisingly well into modern contexts, working in both casual and professional environments. The name offers an alternative to more common vintage revivals while maintaining that sought-after antique appeal. For families who love traditional Germanic names or simply appreciate something genuinely different, Gretel provides character and substance without pretension.
Nicknames for Gretel
| Greta |
| Gretty |
| Getty |
| Ellie |
| Etty |
Famous People Named Gretel
| Gretel Bergmann | German-American high jumper |
| Gretel Packer | Australian businesswoman |
| Gretel Killeen | Australian television presenter |
| Gretel Scarlett | Australian actress |
| Gretel Coetzee | South African fashion designer |
| Gretel Davidson | Canadian figure skater |
| Gretel Ehrlich | American author |
| Gretel Gocan | Romanian rower |
| Gretel Packham | New Zealand artist |
| Gretel Seeberger | Austrian Olympic skier |
| Gretel Taylor | Australian journalist |
| Gretel Valdés | Cuban writer |
| Gretel Yankelevich | Israeli politician |
| Gretel Zopf | Austrian luger |
| Gretel Möller | German actress |
| Gretel Ramírez | Mexican rhythmic gymnast |
| Gretel Rodríguez | Dominican journalist |
| Gretel Sánchez | Costa Rican footballer |
| Gretel de la Rosa | Cuban poet |
Characters Named Gretel
| Gretel Pinniger | character from the "Tales from the Darkside" TV series |
| Gretel Killebrew | character from the "Wasteland" video game series |
| Gretel Grundler | character from the "Recess" TV series |
| Gretel Lusinski | character from the "Pretty Little Liars" book series |
| Gretel Stump | character from the "Fables" comic book series |
| Gretel Ehrlich | character from "The Painted Drum" novel |
| Gretel Bergmann | character from the "Berlin 36" film |
| Gretel Tippett | character from the "The X-Files" TV series |