Gretel
girl name#3249 in 2025Gretel entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2579 in 2022, ranks #3249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#3249
rank today
#2579
peak (2022)
48
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3843 |
| 1920s | #4407 |
| 1930s | #3638 |
| 1940s | #4363 |
| 1950s | #4792 |
| 1960s | #4796 |
| 1970s | #5582 |
| 1980s | #7151 |
| 1990s | #9137 |
| 2000s | #6317 |
| 2010s | #3644 |
| 2020s | #3171 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gretel has been most popular in TX, CA, GA.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Gretel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gretel alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gretel in 2025?
- Gretel ranks #3249 among US girl names in 2025, with 48 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gretel most popular?
- Gretel peaked in 2022, reaching #2579 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gretel with classmates?
- Gretel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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