Greeta
A feminine name of Indian origin meaning "song" or "melody".
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Greeta. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Greeta today is around 81 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Greeta births was 1932 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Greeta. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Greeta is about 81 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Greetas were born before 1955.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Greeta. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1932
7 babies that year
Average age
81
years old
1932 SSA rank
#3,716
Tracked since 1898
Popularity
Greeta: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Greeta from the 1890s through to the 1930s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1930s, with 7 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Greeta by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Greeta during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Greeta
The name Greeta has its origins in ancient Sanskrit, the classical language of the Indian subcontinent. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "greeta," which translates to "song" or "chant." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have been associated with musical traditions or poetic expressions in ancient Indian culture.
The earliest known references to the name Greeta can be traced back to the Vedic period, which spanned from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE. During this time, the Vedas, the sacred Hindu scriptures, were composed. While the name itself is not explicitly mentioned in these texts, its roots in Sanskrit indicate its presence in the linguistic and cultural landscape of that era.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Greeta was Greeta Devi, a renowned Indian classical dancer who lived in the 16th century. She is believed to have been instrumental in the preservation and promotion of the Kathak dance form, which originated in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent.
Another notable figure was Greeta Kumari, a Nepalese princess who lived in the 18th century. She played a significant role in the political and cultural affairs of the Kingdom of Nepal during her time, and her name has been etched in the annals of Nepalese history.
In the realm of literature, Greeta Pandey stands out as a prominent figure. Born in 1909, she was a celebrated Indian poet and writer who made significant contributions to the Hindi literary tradition. Her works explored themes of love, nature, and the human experience, earning her widespread acclaim and recognition.
Moving into the 20th century, Greeta Govindraj emerged as a pioneering Indian classical dancer and choreographer. Born in 1924, she was instrumental in reviving and popularizing the Odissi dance form, which originated in the eastern Indian state of Odisha. Her dedication and artistry earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awards.
Lastly, Greeta Iyengar, born in 1944, is a renowned Indian author and philanthropist. She has written extensively on topics related to spirituality, yoga, and personal growth, drawing inspiration from her family's deep-rooted connections to the Iyengar Yoga tradition. Her literary works have garnered global recognition and have been translated into multiple languages.
These examples illustrate the rich cultural heritage and diverse backgrounds associated with the name Greeta, spanning across various regions of the Indian subcontinent and encompassing fields such as dance, literature, spirituality, and social activism.
People
Greeta + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Greeta as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Greeta: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Greeta?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Greeta going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Greeta a common name?
We classify Greeta as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 25 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Greeta most popular?
The single biggest year for Greeta was 1932, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Greeta is about 81 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Greeta in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Greeta a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Greeta in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Greeta still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Greeta in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Greeta can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Greeta?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.