Gretell is a charming and unique given name, of German origin. It's derived from the Germanic elements 'grim' meaning mask or helmet, and 'hild' meaning battle. The name was popularized in the United States through the character Gretel, the younger sister of Hansel in the Brothers Grimm fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel". In some cultures, it may also be associated with the name Margaret, as 'Gretell' can be considered a diminutive or pet form. Despite its potential associations, Gretell stands alone as a distinctive name choice, carrying its own history and charm.
"Gretell is a relatively uncommon name, with no more than 8 births recorded in any given year between 1993 and 2018. There were a total of 23 babies named Gretell during this period."