Annegret

Annegret is a female first name that is regarded as a popular German compound form of the names Anne and Gret. This combination can be interpreted as "the graceful pearl."

What does the name Annegret mean?

The first name Annegret is a well-known German compound form consisting of the names Anne and Gret. This combination is often interpreted as "the graceful pearl." Anne has its origins in Hebrew and is a short form of the biblical name Hannah, which means "the graceful," "the lovely," or "the favored." Gret, on the other hand, is a shortened form of the Ancient Greek name Margarete, which translates to "the pearl." Other variants include Annemargret, Annegrete, Annegrit, Annamargret, and Annagret.

Where does the name Annegret come from?

The name Annegret has its roots in Ancient Greek and Old High German and means "the graceful pearl." The Ancient Greek derivation of Gret comes from 'margarites', which means 'pearl', while Anne is derived from the Hebrew 'channâh', meaning 'grace', 'graciousness', or 'favor'. The original Hebrew root 'ḥanán' means 'to be gracious' or 'to have mercy'. The languages in which Annegret can be found are German and Scandinavian.

How do you pronounce Annegret?

The pronunciation of the name Annegret is three syllables and features a contrasting sound. In German, Annegret is typically pronounced as "An-ne-gret" [ˈanəgʁeːt]. The name begins softly and openly before the distinctive ending syllable "gret" provides a firm "t" closure for a sense of solidity. This shift between softness and conciseness gives Annegret its special character. The name radiates solidity and tradition, conveying a serious, structured, and distinctly northern German aura.

When is the name day of Annegret?

Annegret is celebrated on the name days of February 8, July 20, and July 26.

Popularity

Annegret was relatively popular in Germany in the past. In the 1940s to early 1950s, the name was prominently featured in the rankings, reaching its highest position at number 32 in 1946. However, in the following decades, Annegret nearly disappeared from the ranking data and thus lost visibility. It was only many years later that the name reappeared, but not with the same frequency.

Nicknames & pet names

Ann / Anna / Annchen / Anne / Annegreat / Annegretchen / Annelein / Anni / Annie / Gret / Gretchen / Grete / Gretel / Greti / Gretl / Schned

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Famous people

• Annegret Gollin (German writer)
• Annegret Hahn (playwright from Germany)
• Annegret Held (German author)
• Annegret Herzberg (German writer)
• Annegret Kober (swimmer from Germany)
• Annegret Kroniger (German sprinter)
• Annegret Leiner (artist from Germany)
• Annegret Maria Kon (German sculptor)
• Annegret Richter (athlete)
• Annegret Schüle (German historian)
• Annegret Siedel (German violinist)
• Annegret Strauch (rower)
• Annegret Thöle (table tennis player from Germany)