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Mette

Girl · Greek · Medium name

Meaning
Pearl, of the pearl, of the precious
Pronunciation
MEH-teh
Origin
Greek

Scandinavian short form of Margaret, from Greek 'margarites'.

Popularity
Common in Denmark (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Greek, Norse

Commonly used in: Scandinavia, Denmark, Norway

Alternate spellings

  • MetteScandinavian

    Same spelling.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Mette-Marit

    1973–present

    Crown Princess of Norway, a humanitarian advocate.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Greek Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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