A pearl
Grethel is a variant of Gretel, which is a German diminutive of Margaret. The name ultimately derives from the Greek word 'margarites', meaning pearl, symbolizing purity and value.
About 5 girls were named Grethel in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A variation of the character Gretel from the classic fairy tale · Hansel and Gretel
Costa Rican biologist and Director General of IUCN
