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Ninoska

nee-NOH-skah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Ninoslava or a feminine form of Ninos.

Peak popularity
1999
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ninoska since 1975

Babies named Ninoska per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1989, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ninoska's real moment was 1999.

3710198020002020Most births 1989Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s5
1980s25
1990s61
2000s15
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Ninoska is a rare Slavic feminine name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1975, though it has never been common. Its peak year of usage was 1999, after which its occurrence has been sporadic. The name's trajectory is stable, meaning it has maintained a low but consistent presence without significant spikes or declines. While no top states are associated with Ninoska due to its rarity, its Slavic roots suggest a connection to Eastern European heritage. The name's meaning is uncertain, likely a diminutive or variant of names like Ninoslava. Given its obscurity, Ninoska offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with cultural depth and uniqueness.

Ninoska appears to be a feminine given name of Slavic origin, likely a diminutive or variant of names such as Ninoslava or a derivative of the element 'nino' meaning 'people' or 'tribe'. It has been recorded in the United States since at least 1975, though it remains rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Nina, Ninka

Variants: Ninoslava, Ninka

Sibling names for Ninoska

Names that share Ninoska's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ninoska mean?
The meaning of Ninoska is uncertain. It is thought to be a Slavic name possibly related to Ninoslava, with elements meaning 'people' or 'tribe'.
How popular is the name Ninoska?
Ninoska is very rare. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1975 and peaked in 1999, but it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names.
Is Ninoska a boy or girl name?
Ninoska is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.