Rising since 2020, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Kinga since 1987
Babies named Kinga per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 95 |
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Kinga is a Polish name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1987, reaching its peak popularity in 2008. As of 2025, it ranks 13,208 with an estimated 1 in 267,878 babies given the name, making it a rare choice. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2020, indicating increasing but still limited interest. While its origins are debated between a Polish diminutive of Kunegunda and a modern feminine form of king, its sound is regal and distinctive. The name remains most common among Polish-American communities, though it has not concentrated in any specific states.
Kinga is a Polish given name, traditionally a diminutive of Kunegunda, of Germanic origin meaning 'clan' and 'war' (from 'kuni' and 'gund'). However, it is often interpreted as a feminine form of the English word 'king' due to its sound. The name gained some popularity in Poland and among Polish diaspora. In the U.S., Kinga has been in use since at least 1987.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kin, Kinia
Variants: Kinga, Kunegunda
Sibling names for Kinga
Names that share Kinga's style, for a brother or sister.
