Meaning: Palinkas is a Hungarian surname with uncertain etymology. It may be related to the word “pálinka,” a type of fruit brandy.

Origin: The name is of Hungarian origin and is primarily found in Hungary and among Hungarian diaspora communities.

Popularity: Palinkas is not a very common surname globally but maintains a presence in Hungarian communities.

Inspiration: The name may have originated from a family’s association with the production or sale of pálinka, or it could be a regional name from a place where this drink was common.