Grethel
girl name#14942 in 2025Grethel entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #1321 in 1906, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1904–2025
#14942
rank today
#1321
peak (1906)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1675 |
| 1910s | #1998 |
| 1920s | #3112 |
| 1930s | #3418 |
| 1940s | #4146 |
| 1950s | #5499 |
| 1970s | #9021 |
| 1980s | #11798 |
| 1990s | #12493 |
| 2000s | #14280 |
| 2010s | #9857 |
| 2020s | #10365 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Grethel has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 300 people named Grethel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Grethel alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Grethel in 2025?
- Grethel ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Grethel most popular?
- Grethel peaked in 1906, reaching #1321 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Grethel with classmates?
- Grethel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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