Gretchen Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Gretchen Name at a Glance

Name	Gretchen
Meaning	Variant of Margaret: Pearl.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Gretchen Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Gretchen means “Variant of Margaret: Pearl”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Gretchen Name Origin

Our database records Gretchen under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Gretchen a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Gretchen is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Gretchen

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