Gretli

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Gretli is a diminutive form of Gretchen or Greta, both of which are derived from Margarethe. Margarethe means "pearl" and symbolizes purity, perfection, and innocence.
Pronunciation
GRET-lee(Swiss German)
The German pronunciation of Gretli is "Gret-lee."
Popularity
Gretli is not a commonly used name in English-speaking countries, so it does not rank in the popularity charts. However, it is a popular choice in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

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Gretli Name meanings & History

German or Swiss German. The name Gretli is a diminutive form of Gretchen or Greta, both of which are derived from Margarethe. Margarethe means "pearl" and symbolizes purity, perfection, and innocence. Swiss German diminutive of Margaret. It is rarely used as a given name. Gretli is a name that is traditionally used for baby girls. It can be used as a standalone name or as a nickname for Margaret or its variants.

Zodiac Sign of Gretli: Gregarious Gemini,Go-getter Virgo

Synonyms of Gretli:

G: Gregarious,Go-getter,Goof-off,Genuine

R: Reason,Restless,Rational,Resourceful

E: Environment,Entertain,Exaggerate,Enliven,Expressive,Enlighten

T: Truth,Tacky,Testy,Touchy,Doubting Thomas,Talkative,Tireless

L: Lover,Legal,Lazy,Lovely,Luscious,Liaison,Languid

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

Gretli is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Comedic name
  • a Informal name
  • a Upper Class name
  • a Urban name

Related Names to Gretli

Related names to Gretli include Gretchen, Greta, Margaret, Margot, Maggie, and Pearl.

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