girl · German

Grete

/GRE-te/

Meaning: Pearl

Grete at a glance

Meaning: Pearl
Origin: German
Religion: Christian
Gender: girl
Pronunciation: GRE-te
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Greta, Gretiya, Gretaah, Gretya, Gretie, Gretiyah

Lucky details for Grete

Number: 1
Color: Golden Yellow
Stone: Ruby
Flower: Sunflower
Day: Sunday
Planet: Sun
Zodiac: Leo
Metal: Gold

Grete is a German name meaning “pearl”. It is a spelling variant of Greta and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Grete for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with independent, pioneering, naturally in charge. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Grete reduce to 1, a number linked with Sun and with people who are confident, original, decisive, protective of family.

Numerology

Chaldean value 1 — Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge.

Personality

Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge

Positive Traits

Confident, original, decisive, protective of family

Negative Traits

Can be stubborn and dislikes being told what to do

Career Suggestions

Entrepreneurship, leadership roles, design, sport

Nicknames

Grei Gret Grey Gry

Middle Names

Gauri Glorri Goorleena

Sibling Names

Emil Emileya Klaoosi Matthyasi

Compatible Names

Frieda Fryedia Frieddia Leniah Lenne Gretya

FAQs about the name Grete

What does the name Grete mean?

Grete means “pearl” and comes from a German root.

Is Grete a boy or girl name?

Grete is most often used as a girl name today.

How do you pronounce Grete?

Grete is pronounced GRE-te (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Grete?

The lucky number for Grete is 1, ruled by Sun.

What are good nicknames for Grete?

Popular short forms include Grei, Gret, Grey, Gry.