Minka

Girl name

Minka has been given to 486 babies in the U.S. since 1966. It peaked in 2012.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

486

Peak year

2012 (43 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1966

10-year trend

▼ -33%

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Minka — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Minagirl

19,939 babies since 1880

Mikagirl

8,114 babies since 1954

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FAQ

How popular is the name Minka?

Minka has been given to 486 babies in the U.S. since 1966. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Minka peak?

Minka peaked in 2012, when 43 babies were given the name.

Is Minka a girl or boy name?

Minka is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Minka are girls).

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