Meaning and history
Annegret is a German feminine compound combining Anne with Gret, a short form of Margarete. Anne ultimately comes from Hebrew Ḥannah, “grace” or “favour,” while Margaret derives from Greek margarites, “pearl.” Like many German double names, Annegret joins two independently established Christian name traditions rather than forming a literal ancient phrase. Notable bearers include German politician Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer and German Olympic sprinter Annegret Richter.