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Gretel

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Gretel is a girl's name of German origin meaning "Pearl; diminutive of Margaret.". It is pronounced GRET-ul. Today it is an uncommon name (popularity 41/100) and rising.

German origin ยท /GRET-ul/ ยท literary

Meaning: Pearl; diminutive of Margaret.

Popularity 41/1002 syllablesPeaked 2014โ†‘ Rising

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Most popular in the 2010s.

Today, Gretel is an uncommon name (popularity 41/100).

It has been climbing in popularity in recent years.

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Frequently asked questions about Gretel

What does Gretel mean?

Gretel means "Pearl; diminutive of Margaret.". It is of German origin.

Is Gretel a boy or girl name?

Gretel is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Gretel?

Gretel is an uncommon name, with a popularity score of 41/100. It was most popular in the 2010s.

How is Gretel pronounced?

Gretel is pronounced GRET-ul.

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