Greta
girl name#908 in 2025Greta entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #317 in 1932, ranks #908 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1885–2025
#908
rank today
#317
peak (1932)
291
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #885 |
| 1890s | #722 |
| 1900s | #699 |
| 1910s | #703 |
| 1920s | #758 |
| 1930s | #394 |
| 1940s | #700 |
| 1950s | #617 |
| 1960s | #536 |
| 1970s | #728 |
| 1980s | #1087 |
| 1990s | #1265 |
| 2000s | #718 |
| 2010s | #625 |
| 2020s | #855 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Greta has been most popular in MN, CA, WI.
Living bearers
About 22,000 people named Greta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Greta alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Greta in 2025?
- Greta ranks #908 among US girl names in 2025, with 291 babies given the name.
- When was the name Greta most popular?
- Greta peaked in 1932, reaching #317 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Greta with classmates?
- Greta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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