Anna-Greta
Hebrew and Germanic · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Anna-Greta
Anna-Greta is a Scandinavian compound name combining Anna (from Hebrew "Hannah," meaning "grace" or "favor") and Greta (a Germanic diminutive of Margaret, meaning "pearl").
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Etymology
Anna-Greta is a Scandinavian compound name combining Anna (from Hebrew "Hannah," meaning "grace" or "favor") and Greta (a Germanic diminutive of Margaret, meaning "pearl"). The name is primarily used in Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish cultures, with particular prominence in Scandinavia during the 20th century, reflecting regional naming traditions that favored hyphenated combinations.
Anna-Greta currently ranks #1,757 in the United States as a girl's name.
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