Gréta

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1583US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
How to pronounce Gréta
gre:-taw(hungarian)
/gre:-taw(hungarian)/ · · 1 syllable
A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name

What does Gréta mean and where does it come from?

Gréta is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gréta carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1583 in 2015 — currently #1583 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gréta?

Gréta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gréta Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gréta Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gréta Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gréta Claire
French influence · crisp
Gréta Jane
Literary · strong
Gréta Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gréta right now?

Holding steady — currently #1583 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1583 · Top 1.2%
2019
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#158310stable
2022#158310stable
2021#158310stable
2020#158310stable
2019#158310

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Gréta

2019Rank #1583
10
#1583
Stable
2019 - 20235 years
💎Gréta is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Gréta?

ENGLISH
MaeganMaeghanMeaganMeaghanMeganMeghan
GERMAN
Gretel
WELSH
Megan

Famous people named Gréta

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Gréta (Byzantine leader)
Gréta used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Gréta (ancient philosopher)
Gréta bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Gréta (Greek poet or artist)
Gréta helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Gréta (modern Greek athlete)
Gréta brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Common questions about the name Gréta

What does the name Gréta mean?
Gréta means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gréta?
Gréta is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gréta?
Gréta originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Gréta sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Gréta flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Gréta ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Gréta a common or rare name?
Gréta is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.