Kinga, of Hungarian origin, is an uncommon yet captivating female given name. It is derived from the Hungarian word 'király', which translates to 'king'. This regal etymology makes Kinga a name that exudes elegance and authority. Historically, it has been used in other European countries such as Poland and Germany, contributing to its multicultural appeal. In terms of phonetics, Kinga is pronounced as KIN-gah, with the emphasis on the first syllable. It's often spelled identically across languages, maintaining its distinct sound and meaning regardless of geographical location.
The name Kinga experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks in certain decades and gradual declines afterwards. The highest number of births occurred in 2006 with 14 babies named Kinga. However, the overall trend seems to be a decrease in popularity, as indicated by the single-digit birth numbers from 2013 onwards, and especially the recent years of 2022 and 2023, each with only 6 births. In total, there have been 207 babies named Kinga since 1987.