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Greta

Girl NameGerman Origin

Meaning

Short form of MARGARETA. A famous bearer of this name was Swedish actress Greta Garbo (1905-1990).

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Greta and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Courage
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Spirituality
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Integrity
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Compassion
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Creativity

Famous People Named Greta

Greta Williams

Greta Williams was a celebrated English operatic soprano and contralto, and occasional pianist of the Victorian era.

CharismaCreativity

Greta Granstedt

Greta Granstedt (July 13, 1907 – October 7, 1987) was an American film and television actress.

CharismaCreativity

Greta Harris

Greta Harris is an administrator and politician from the Pacific Republic of Nauru.

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Greta Vaillant

Greta Vaillant (born Josette Vaillant In Rennes, Brittany, France; 1 January 1942 – 7 April 2000) was a French actress and author.

CharismaCreativity

Greta von Nessen

Greta von Nessen (December 6, 1898 – 1975) was an industrial designer.

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Gwyneth
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Signe
Scandinavian
Signe means 'new victory' and shares a similar feel of understated strength and resilience.
Verena
Swiss German
Both names suggest a grounded, reliable, and somewhat reserved personality.

Greta in Other Languages

AfrikaansRetha
BulgarianMargarita
CatalanMargarida
CroatianMargareta

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