Gretchen
Girl · German / American
gretchen · 2 beats
Meaning
Little pearl; a German diminutive that found a midcentury American voice.
The vibe
Gretchen is a name with a sharp tongue and a soft heart. Vintage and wildly spirited — direct, funny, and exactly the friend you call first.
Quick questions
Is Gretchen a boy's or a girl's name?
Gretchen is a girl's name of German / American origin.
How popular is Gretchen?
Gretchen is a genuinely rare pick — you will seldom meet another.
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