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Merethe

Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

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Meaning & Etymology

Merethe is a variant of the name Merete, which is of Scandinavian origin. The name is derived from the Greek name Margarita, meaning 'pearl'. It is commonly used in Norway and Denmark, and has a classic, timeless appeal.

Etymology

Original Form:

Margarita

Evolution:

From Greek Margarita to Scandinavian Merete, and then to Merethe.

Source:

Scandinavian naming traditions and linguistic evolution.

Related Names

margarites

Root

Merete

Variants

Margit

Variants

Margrethe

Variants

Merete

Variants

Grete

Diminutives

Grethe

Diminutives

Meta

Diminutives

Mette

Diminutives

Retha

Other Languages & Cultures

Margarita

Other Languages & Cultures

Margarid

Other Languages & Cultures

Margarit

Other Languages & Cultures

Marharyta

Other Languages & Cultures

Margarita

Other Languages & Cultures

Margarida

Other Languages & Cultures

Margareta

Other Languages & Cultures

Markéta

Other Languages & Cultures

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