Tinka Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationTIN-kah / ˈtɪŋ.kə

Slavic; Dutch

Meaning

Slavic: 'little girl'; Dutch: diminutive form of names like Tineke.

Historical & Cultural Background

Tinka is often considered a diminutive or affectionate form of names in various cultures. In Slavic regions, it is commonly used as a term of endearment for young girls. The name has also been adopted in Dutch-speaking areas, where it serves as a familiar form of longer names. Its usage can vary significantly across different countries and cultures, reflecting local naming traditions.

Similar Names

KiraMinaLinaZinaNinaRinaVikaSinaDina

Variants

  • Tineke

International Variants

  • Tinka (Slavic); Tineke (Dutch)

Famous people named Tinka

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Fictional characters named Tinka

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Sibling Suggestions

TinaTanyaTaliaTessaTara

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Tinka was first seen in the United States in 1951. Tinka has ranked as high as #1020 nationally, which occurred in 1951, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tinka has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Tinka

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19515
19705