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Greta

59 replies

Clownfish123 · 16/06/2019 10:29

Is Greta a nice name? Would it seem odd on a child with no European links?
I just think it has such a cool, vintage vibe and I like Ettie for a nickname. I also am liking Ada at the moment, which is perhaps a bit more in keeping with current trends.

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Clownfish123 · 16/06/2019 10:45

Surname is Irish but not obviously so. It's short and one syllable, goes fine with Greta, sounds quite cool actually (I think anyway)

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Raaaaaah · 16/06/2019 10:43

I know of a few Greta and Gretels now. All of them English parents. I really like them both. I think they are gaining in popularity but that’s because they are nice names. None of them get shortened. I also love Ada and know of one 7yr old Ada.

Missillusioned · 16/06/2019 10:40

Depends on the surname. If it's something very English, or something that begins with an R it may sound odd.

TurquoiseAndPurple · 16/06/2019 10:40

I reeeeally don't like it. The gret sound is awful. And reminds me of regret.

BlueMerchant · 16/06/2019 10:38

Lovely

AverageMummy · 16/06/2019 10:37

Be brave - it’s a lovely name !

Clownfish123 · 16/06/2019 10:33

Averagemummy - I know what you mean. What's cool or interesting on someone else's child can feel too much for me, but maybe I just need to be more brave.

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AverageMummy · 16/06/2019 10:31

I really love Ada
I can’t make my mind up about Greta - I think I’d love it on someone else’s child but wouldn’t use it myself

mimibunz · 16/06/2019 10:31

Greta is beautiful and doesn’t require a nickname. Ettie to me is naff, like Lottie.

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