Minka

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MING-ka'MING-kah'2 syllables
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡±Polish
Gentle

MEANING

Tiny one

ORIGIN

Slavic

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the diminutive form of names like Wilhelmina or Dominika

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used affectionately for young girls in Poland

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically, diminutive forms were common in Slavic languages to convey endearment.

πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japanese
Soft

MEANING

FriendlyGentle

ORIGIN

Japanese

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Japanese word 'minka', meaning a type of traditional house

CULTURAL NOTES

In Japanese culture, names can reflect traditional values and concepts.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Minka as a term in Japan refers to traditional houses, which have historical significance.

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Minka - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations