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Greta

Greta (name) means a feminine given name derived from Margaret; also the name of several rivers in England, and towns in Australia named after them. Example: “Greta Garbo was one of the most famous film stars of her era.”

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A feminine given name derived from Margaret; also the name of several rivers in England, and towns in Australia named after them.

"Greta Garbo was one of the most famous film stars of her era."

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Etymology

From German and Swedish Greta, a contraction of Margareta.

Origin: German

Rhymes for Greta

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What does “Greta” mean?

The word “Greta” means a feminine given name derived from Margaret; also the name of several rivers in England, and towns in Australia named after them.

How do you use “Greta” in a sentence?

Here is “Greta” used in a sentence: “Greta Garbo was one of the most famous film stars of her era.”

What part of speech is “Greta”?

“Greta” is a name.

Where does the word “Greta” come from?

The word “Greta” comes from German. From German and Swedish Greta, a contraction of Margareta.

Is “Greta” a common word?

“Greta” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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