Ninotchka, of Russian origin, is an uncommon yet captivating female given name. It is derived from the Russian word 'ninushka', a diminutive form of the name Ninel. This name was popularized in the West due to Greta Garbo's character 'Ninotchka' in the 1939 film of the same name directed by Ernst Lubitsch. It translates to 'little Nina', with Nina being a Russian derivation of the Latin name "Anna". While not widely used today, Ninotchka remains an intriguing and unique choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.
"Ninotchka saw a gap of 14 years between its highest birth year (1977 with 6 births) and its next peak (1991 with 5 births), totaling 11 births overall."