Greta is associated with the meaning “Pearl; a precious, lustrous gem” — a beautiful sentiment to see brought to life in your child’s room.
Greta is a Scandinavian and German short form of Margaret, which traces back to the Greek word "margarites," meaning "pearl." That Greek root itself likely borrowed from Persian or Sanskrit. So at its core, Greta is a name that traveled from ancient trade routes all the way to Northern Europe, carrying the image of something rare and valuable.