Ditka

English

"prosperous in war"

Ditka Origin and Meaning

The name Ditka is a girl's name of Czech origin.

Ditka is an uncommon feminine name with Slavic roots. It likely originated as a diminutive form of names containing 'dita' or similar elements in Eastern European languages. The name may be connected to the Slavic word for 'child' or could be derived from a surname. While not widely used as a first name globally, it gained some recognition in America through association with former NFL player and coach Mike Ditka, though his usage was as a surname. As a feminine given name, Ditka has remained exceedingly rare, with very few recorded uses in official records. The name carries a distinctive sound that combines strength and uniqueness.

Famous People Named Ditka

• Mike Ditka American NFL coach