Gretel
2 syllables
♀ Female ◎ Germanic ◈ 2 syllables
"Pearl, precious jewel"

From Germanic

Diminutive of Grete. It is well-known as a character from an 1812 Brothers Grimm fairy tale who is captured, with her brother Hansel, by a witch. The Grimm's story was based on earlier European folktales.

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Gretel at a glance
MeaningPearl, precious jewel
OriginGermanic
GenderFemale
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 4
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Origin & history of Gretel
1
Germanic roots
Diminutive of Grete. It is well-known as a character from an 1812 Brothers Grimm fairy tale who is captured, with her brother Hansel, by a witch. The Grimm's story was based on earlier European folktales.
2
Root name
The root form of Gretel is Margarete — meaning Pearl, precious jewel.
3
Modern usage
Gretel remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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Popularity of Gretel
2Syllables
4Life path
Numerology of Gretel
4
Life path number
The Builder
Discipline, reliability and masterful building.
🏗️Builder
📋Organised
💪Hardworking
🎯Detail-oriented
G7
R9
E5
T2
E5
L3
Sum: 31 → Life path 4
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Personality of Gretel
🏛️
Steady & reliable
When they make a promise, they keep it.
📐
Methodical
Thorough, careful, precise.
💪
Quietly powerful
Their strength is always there when it matters.
🌿
Grounded
No matter what swirls around them, they stay centred.
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