Gretchen - Girl Dog Names

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Gretchen

/ˈɡrɛtʃən/

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Moderate

Meaning

Pearl

Represents purity, inner beauty, and quiet strength; often associated with simplicity and genuine character.

Symbolism

Embodies innocence, humility, and enduring value—like a pearl formed through time and pressure, it suggests resilience beneath a delicate surface.

Etymology: Derived from the German nickname for Margarete, which comes from the Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl'; Gretchen specifically uses the German diminutive suffix '-chen', meaning 'little'.

Style & Origin

traditional

literary

european

Cultural Background

Of German origin, Gretchen is traditionally a diminutive of Margarete, meaning 'pearl', and has been

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