Katinka

Greek

"pure"

Katinka Origin and Meaning

The name Katinka is a girl's name.

Katinka is a charming feminine name of Hungarian, Russian, and Dutch origin. It's primarily a diminutive form of Katherine or Katarina, ultimately derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, meaning 'pure.' With its distinctive '-inka' suffix, common in Slavic and Eastern European diminutives, Katinka carries a playful yet sophisticated quality. The name enjoyed some popularity in the Netherlands and Hungary throughout the 20th century but remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries. Its international character, combined with its melodic sound and friendly nickname potential, gives Katinka an exotic yet accessible appeal for parents seeking something distinctive with established roots.

Famous People Named Katinka

• Katinka Naess daughter of mountaineer Arne Naess
• Katinka Hosszú Hungarian swimmer

The name Katinka in Pop Culture

• Katinka Ingabogovinanana Milla Jovovich's character in "Zoolander"
• Katinka van de Velde a Dutch Governor's wife, in Wilbur Smith's Birds of Prey
• "Katinka " 1988 film directed by Max von Sydow and its main character
• "Katinka " a 1915 operetta by Otto Harbach and Rudolf Friml and its main character
• "Katinka " song by Dutch group De Spelbrekers