What's the correct spelling of......(little pixie in green)?

[BluOrchid2]

Tinker Bell (2 words)
Tinkerbell
Tinkerbelle

or what?
I need to know FOR SURE.

 

[lovethattink]

Tinker Bell is the correct spelling.

 

[TheRustyScupper]

1) This one is up for grabs.
2) There are several spellings, based upon source.
3) Take your pick!


4) Examples

"Tinker Bell":
. . . Disney video tape credits
. . . Disney Archives description of Peter Pan movie
. . . Name of "Treasures" shop in Castle

"Tinkerbell":
. . . Cathy Rigby Peter Pan Musical credit
. . . Disney.Com details of tink's flight
. . . Disney Cruise Line on-board activities listing
. . . Several costumes sold by Disney
. . . Disney.Com description of Peter Pan Flight attraction at WDW
. . . The Movie "Hook" credits

"Tinkerbell" AND "Tinker Bell":
. . . J.M. Barrie stories spelled it both ways

 

[meeko_33785]

Dave Smith (keeper of Disney's archives) says the propper spelling is "Tinker Bell" with Tinker being her first name and Bell being ger last. Captain Hook and Mr. Smee also refer to her as "Miss Bell" in the film.