Gretha
girl nameGretha entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3436 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3436
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4417 |
| 1920s | #3436 |
| 1930s | #4113 |
| 1940s | #4764 |
| 1960s | #5809 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gretha are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gretha alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gretha in 2025?
- Gretha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gretha most popular?
- Gretha peaked in 1928, reaching #3436 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gretha with classmates?
- Gretha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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