Names Pirkka

Pirkka

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Finnish
Meaning
There are varying meanings associated with Pirkka. It could be a short form of the Finnish name Piritta, which means "pearl". Some sources also suggest that Pirkka could be derived from the Finnish word "pirkka" which referred to a type of small trading center that existed during medieval times in Finland.
Pronunciation
PEER-kah
PIRK-kah
Popularity
Pirkka is not a common name outside of Finland and isn't even ranked on the popular baby names lists of most countries.

cartoon of the name Pirkka
Cartoon of Pirkka

Pirkka Name meanings & History

There are varying meanings associated with Pirkka. It could be a short form of the Finnish name Piritta, which means "pearl". Some sources also suggest that Pirkka could be derived from the Finnish word "pirkka" which referred to a type of small trading center that existed during medieval times in Finland. Created by Finnish poet Eino Leino (1878-1926) for his poem Orjan poika (published in his poem collection Helkavirsiä). The name was derived from Finnish word pirkkalaiset, meaning "Birkarls". Birkarls were a Finnish group that controlled taxing in Lapland during medieval times. Famous bearers include Pirkka-Pekka Petelius (b. 1953), a Finnish actor, comedian, screenwriter, director and producer. Pirkka is used primarily in Finland and is considered a traditional Finnish name, but it can be used by anyone looking for a unique and culturally meaningful name for their child.

Zodiac Sign of Pirkka: Pretty Taurus,Pensive Libra

Synonyms of Pirkka:

P: Partnership,Particular,Pensive,Political,Passive

I: Indulgence,Involved,Intimate

R: Rational,Restless,Reason,Resourceful

K: Karate,Kind,Karma,Kundalini

A: Assertive,Argumentative,Action,Aggressive,Ambitious,Angry

Pirkka is:

  • a Delicate name
  • a Formal name
  • a Modern name
  • a Natural name
  • a Serious name