Gretchen
/ɡrehtshuhn/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Gretchen is a English name meaning "Pearl". German; from Margarete, derived from the Greek word "margarites" meaning "pearl".
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic ɡrehtshuhn
IPA ɡɹɛt͡ʃən
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ɡrehtshuhn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Gretchen
- · Gretchen Mol - Actress
- · Gretchen Carlson - Journalist
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