Gretha
Girl nameGretha has been given to 41 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 1928.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
41
Peak year
1928 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Gretha — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Gretha.
Sibling name ideas for Gretha
Same era and popularity as Gretha, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Gretha?
Gretha has been given to 41 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Gretha peak?
Gretha peaked in 1928, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Gretha a girl or boy name?
Gretha is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Gretha are girls).
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