Ljubka

Ljubka is a feminine given name of South Slavic origin. It is formed from the Slavic root ljub- meaning love or beloved and the diminutive suffix -ka, giving the sense of “little beloved” or “dear one.” As such, Ljubka functions as a personal name in several Slavic-speaking communities and is often used with affectionate connotations.

The name is attested in Serbo-Croatian languages and is used in parts of the Balkans, including Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro. It is also encountered in neighboring regions where Slavic languages are spoken, such as North Macedonia and Bulgaria, though usage may vary by country and community. Ljubka is typically a female given name; it is not commonly used as a surname.

In transliteration from Cyrillic to Latin, Ljubka reflects the same root ljub-, and variants in different languages may appear as Ljupka or Ljubka. The name shares a semantic field with other love-related names across Slavic languages, and may be used alone or in combination with other elements in longer traditional names.