Gretel Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationGREH-tel / ˈɡrɛtəlGerman; Dutch
Meaning
German: little pearl; Dutch: little girl
Historical & Cultural Background
Gretel is often associated with the German fairy tale 'Hansel and Gretel' by the Brothers Grimm, which has contributed to its popularity in German-speaking countries. The name is a diminutive form of Margarete, which means 'pearl' in Greek. It has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in literature and folklore.
Trend Summary
Gretel has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Greta
- Gretchen
International Variants
- Gretel (German)
- Gretel (Dutch)
Famous people named Gretel
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Fictional characters named Gretel
Gretel from 'Hansel and Gretel' is one of the main characters in the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm.
Gretel appears in various adaptations of 'Hansel and Gretel', often depicted as a clever and resourceful girl.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gretel was first seen in the United States in 1915. Gretel has ranked as high as #1325 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Gretel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gretel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 46 |
| 2014 | 63 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2020 | 43 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2022 | 68 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2024 | 48 |