Gretel
Gretel is a girls' name of German origin meaning “pearl.” A diminutive of Margarethe, Gretel is immortalized in the Brothers Grimm fairy tale 'Hansel and Gretel.'
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how do you pronounce Gretel?
GREH-tul
where does the name Gretel come from?
Gretel is a German shortening of Margarete, meaning pearl.
The name combines fairy-tale enchantment with down-to-earth German charm. It has recently gained fashion cachet as a retro-chic alternative to Margaret.
the history of Gretel
Gretel is the heroine, with her brother Hansel, of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale.
who are famous people named Gretel?
- Gretel from Hansel and Gretel (Brothers Grimm fairy tale character)
- Gretel Ehrlich (American travel writer and essayist)
what names are similar to Gretel?
what names go well with Gretel?
Sibling names that share Gretel's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Gretel
What does the name Gretel mean?
Gretel means “pearl”.
What is the origin of the name Gretel?
Gretel comes from the German naming tradition.
How popular is the name Gretel?
Gretel has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Gretel a boy or girl name?
Gretel is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Gretel?
Gretel is pronounced GREH-tul, with 2 syllables.
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