Greta

A name with German origins, the meaning of Greta is ‘pearl’. It is the short form of the Greek name Margaret. This name also means ‘peace’. In both the Persian and Iranian languages, this name means ‘creature of light’. ‘Truth’ and ‘loyalty’ are two other meanings that this name translates to. Greta is an Old World name, which is taken from the boy's name, Garbo. In the Greek language, Greta means a ‘precious jewel’. Looking at the fiction, there is a character named Greta Curd in 'Harry Potter' and also a character called Greta Von Amberg in the soap opera ‘Days Of Our Lives’. If you have read ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ by Agatha Christie, Greta is a name that will surely ring the bell. One historical figure with this name is Margaret Thatcher, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the first female elected to the position.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

pearl

Origin

German, diminutive of Margarethe

Numerology

G is for glow, the warmth of your smile.

R is for rely, everyone’s trustworthy friend.

E is for excite, your spirit is catching!

T is for teacher, you truly are.

A is for absolute, for you know your mind.

Lucky

Greta lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Greta

• Cynthia Weil American songwriter
• Cynthia Ann McKinney U.S. Congresswoman from Georgia and Green Party presidential candidate
• Cynthia "Cyn" Santana American model and reality TV personality ("Love & Hip Hop")
• Cynthia Bailey American reality TV personality ("Real Housewives of Atlanta")
• Greta Morgan Salpeter American pianist and singer of The Hush Sound and Gold Motel

Greta in Pop Culture

• Ruby Thewes character in Charles Frazier's "Cold Mountain"
• Ruby Lancaster character in the fourth installment of Liv and Maddie.
• Ruby Buckton character on Australian soap "Home and Away"
• Ruby Crescent character in anime/manga "O,Parts Hunter"
• 'Max and Ruby " animated TV series about the title rabbits