Tinka

Latin

"heavenly"

Tinka Origin and Meaning

The name Tinka is a girl's name.

Tinka is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. In Dutch and Nordic countries, it functions as a diminutive of names like Christina or Martina. It also appears in Slavic languages with various meanings—in some contexts related to 'tiny' or as a nickname for Valentina. The name has a bright, sprightly quality with its crisp consonants and clear vowels. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, Tinka has a playful, distinctive sound that makes it appealing as a given name. Its international usage gives it cross-cultural versatility despite its relative rarity. The name's short form eliminates the need for nicknames while its unusual nature makes it memorable.

Famous People Named Tinka

• Tinka Kurti Albanian actress

The name Tinka in Pop Culture

• Tinka Parker character in movie "All I Wanna Do"
• Tinka Hessenheffer character in TV's "Shake It Up"