Grete
girl nameGrete entered the US charts in 1927, peaked at #3848 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1927–2025
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rank today
#3848
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4805 |
| 1930s | #4199 |
| 1970s | #8945 |
| 1980s | #8993 |
| 1990s | #13289 |
| 2000s | #15432 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Grete are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Grete alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Grete in 2025?
- Grete is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Grete most popular?
- Grete peaked in 1931, reaching #3848 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Grete with classmates?
- Grete will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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