girl · German

Greta

/GRE-ta/

Meaning: Pearl

Greta at a glance

Meaning: Pearl
Origin: German
Religion: Christian
Gender: girl
Pronunciation: GRE-ta
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Gretah, Gret, Gretaah, Gretya, Gretie, Gretiyah

Lucky details for Greta

Number: 6
Color: Soft Pink
Stone: Diamond
Flower: Rose
Day: Friday
Planet: Venus
Zodiac: Libra
Metal: Copper

Greta is a German name meaning “pearl”. Parents choose Greta for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with warm, affectionate, family-first. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Greta reduce to 6, a number linked with Venus and with people who are nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go.

Numerology

Chaldean value 6 — Warm, affectionate, family-first.

Personality

Warm, affectionate, family-first

Positive Traits

Nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go

Negative Traits

Can over-give and forget their own needs

Career Suggestions

Medicine, design, music, education, hospitality

Nicknames

Grei Gret Grey Gry

Middle Names

Gauri Glorien Goorleenah

Sibling Names

Emil Emileya Klaoosi Matthyasi

Compatible Names

Frieda Fryediya Friediyah Leni Leneah Gretya

FAQs about the name Greta

What does the name Greta mean?

Greta means “pearl” and comes from a German root.

Is Greta a boy or girl name?

Greta is most often used as a girl name today.

How do you pronounce Greta?

Greta is pronounced GRE-ta (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Greta?

The lucky number for Greta is 6, ruled by Venus.

What are good nicknames for Greta?

Popular short forms include Grei, Gret, Grey, Gry.