| Meaning | pearl |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Gret-ta |
About Gretta
Bold and spirited, Gretta bursts with personality and vintage charm. This name refuses to fade into the background—it's compact yet powerful, memorable from first introduction. Gretta feels simultaneously retro and contemporary, riding the wave of interest in grandmother-era names while maintaining fresh appeal. The double consonant adds visual strength and character, giving the name a sturdy, grounded quality. There's something wonderfully unpretentious about Gretta; it feels approachable, friendly, and down-to-earth while maintaining sophistication. This name suits leaders and independent thinkers, girls who might grow into women unafraid to forge their own paths. The brevity works beautifully—two syllables pack considerable punch without unnecessary elaboration. Gretta combines European flair with American accessibility, bridging cultures effortlessly. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its no-nonsense quality paired with undeniable femininity. It's a name that encourages confidence and authenticity, suggesting someone comfortable in their own skin, uninterested in pretense or excessive ornamentation, yet possessing natural elegance and strength.
Nicknames for Gretta
| Greta |
| Gret |
| Etta |
| Gretty |
| Retta |
Famous People Named Gretta
| Gretta Duisenberg | Dutch activist and politician |
| Gretta Anna Teplitz | American diplomat |
| Gretta Vosper | Canadian minister and atheist |
| Gretta Peters | Australian country music artist |
| Gretta Ray | Australian singer-songwriter |
| Gretta Kruesi | Swiss alpine skier |
| Gretta Monahan | American fashion and beauty expert |
| Gretta Sosine | Kenyan lawyer and women's rights advocate |
| Gretta Moll | German tennis player |
| Gretta Pecl | Australian marine ecologist |
| Gretta Ingebretsen | American folk musician |
| Gretta Harman | American historian and author |
| Gretta Schifano | British travel writer and blogger |
| Gretta Nash | Australian rural advocate |
| Gretta Salinas | Puerto Rican actress and singer |
| Gretta Small | Australian alpine skier |
| Gretta Sereny | Austrian-British biographer |
| Gretta Kruger | American actress |
| Gretta Petersen | Danish handball player |
| Gretta Anderson | American artist |
Characters Named Gretta
| Gretta Lovelace | Character in the novel "Gretta Lovelace and the Enchanted Fountain" |
| Gretta Weller | Character in the TV series "The Mysteries of Gretta Weller" |
| Gretta Thompson | Character in the film "Secrets of Gretta Thompson" |
| Gretta Foster | Character in the novel "Gretta Foster's Journey" |
| Gretta Pearson | Character in the TV show "Gretta Pearson's Diary" |
| Gretta Westwood | Character in the play "Gretta Westwood's Legacy" |
| Gretta Hartman | Character in the movie "Gretta Hartman's Dilemma" |
| Gretta Rivers | Character in the novel "Gretta Rivers' Secret" |
| Gretta Montgomery | Character in the TV series "Gretta Montgomery's Trials" |
| Gretta Reynolds | Character in the film "Gretta Reynolds' Awakening" |
| Gretta Clarke | Character in the book "Gretta Clarke's Enigma" |
| Gretta Summers | Character in the TV show "Gretta Summers' Adventures" |
| Gretta Barnes | Character in the movie "Gretta Barnes' Treasure Hunt" |
| Gretta Hayes | Character in the novel "Gretta Hayes' Dilemma" |
| Gretta Knight | Character in the TV series "Gretta Knight's Mysteries" |
| Gretta Stone | Character in the film "Gretta Stone's Legacy" |
| Gretta Parker | Character in the book "Gretta Parker's Quest" |
| Gretta Brooks | Character in the TV show "Gretta Brooks' Journey" |
| Gretta Olsen | Character in the movie "Gretta Olsen's Discovery" |
| Gretta Lane | Character in the novel "Gretta Lane's Odyssey" |