Lenka
Meaning of Lenka
Lenka is a charming and melodic name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Czech and Slovak cultures. Pronounced as LEHN-kah (/ˈlɛnka/), this name exudes a sense of elegance and simplicity. Lenka is often considered a diminutive form of the name Lena, which itself can be a short form of Helena or Magdalena. The name carries associations with light and beauty, reflecting its roots in ancient Greek where Helena means "shining light." Though relatively rare in the United States, Lenka has seen sporadic use over the years, with occasional peaks such as 10 occurrences in both 2018 and 2022. This unique yet accessible name offers a blend of cultural richness and modern appeal, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking something distinct yet timeless for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
Czech,Slovak
- Pronunced as LEHN-kah (/ˈlɛnka/)
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Notable People Named Lenka
| Lenka Pichlíková-Burke - Lenka Pichlíková – Burke is an American actress of Czech descent, known for her extensive career in theater, film, and television, as well as her expertise in pantomime and her contributions to the performing arts as a teacher and translator. |
| Lenka Dusilová is a Czech singer-songwriter and multiple Anděl Award winner. |
| Lenka Çuko is a former Albanian politician associated with the Albanian Party of Labour (PPSh). |
| Lenka Kulovaná is a Czech former competitive figure skater, known for her achievements as a three-time Prague Skate champion, the 1990 International de Paris silver medalist, and a three-time Czech national champion. |
| Lenka Procházková is a Czech writer. |
| Lenka Ptáčníková is a Czech-born Icelandic chess player and Woman Grandmaster who has won the Czech women's chess championship twice and the Icelandic women's chess championship fourteen times. |
| Lenka Kenisová-Orságová is a Czech female weightlifter who competes in the 69 kg category and represents the Czech Republic at international competitions, including the 2015 World Weightlifting Championships. |
| Lenka Wienerová is a retired Slovak tennis player. |
| Lenka Juríková - Lenka Jurikova is a retired Slovak tennis player. |
| Lenka Vlasáková - |
| Lenka Bartáková is a Czech professional basketball player who has competed in the 2012 Summer Olympics and plays for the Czech Republic women's national basketball team. |
| Lenka Nechvátalová is a Czech basketball player who competed in the women's tournament at the 1976 Summer Olympics. |
| Lenka Hiklová is a Slovakian ski mountaineer who achieved eighth place in the team event of the 2003 European Championship of Ski Mountaineering. |
| Lenka Černovská is a Czech curler. |
| Lenka Hlávková was a Czech musicologist who served as head of the Institute of Musicology at Charles University and tragically lost her life in the Prague mass shooting. |
