Holding steady.
Popularity of Mirka since 1992
Babies named Mirka per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 208 |
| 2000s | 304 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mirka is a rare Slavic name in the United States. According to Social Security data, it first appeared on the records in 1992 and reached its peak year of usage in 1995, though it has never entered the top 1000 names. Since the 1990s, its trajectory has remained stable, with only a handful of annual births. The name's primary origin is Czech and Slovak, where it functions as a diminutive of Miroslava. While its U.S. popularity is minimal, Mirka carries subtle cultural weight through the presence of tennis player Mirka Federer (born Miroslava), the wife of Roger Federer. The name's 'mir' root connects it to many Pan-Slavic names and words associated with peace and community.
Mirka is a diminutive or variant of the Slavic name Miroslava, which is composed of the elements 'mir' meaning 'peace' or 'world' and 'slava' meaning 'glory'. It has been used in Czech and Slovak cultures as an independent given name since the 20th century. The name gained some international recognition through tennis player Mirka Federer.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mirka, Miruška, Míša
Sibling names for Mirka
Names that share Mirka's style, for a brother or sister.
