Gretna
Girl nameGretna has been given to 112 babies in the U.S. since 1904. It peaked in 1920.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
112
Peak year
1920 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1904
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Gretna — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Gretna.
Sibling name ideas for Gretna
Same era and popularity as Gretna, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Gretna?
Gretna has been given to 112 babies in the U.S. since 1904. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Gretna peak?
Gretna peaked in 1920, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Gretna a girl or boy name?
Gretna is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Gretna are girls).
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