Nova: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Meaning new, this celestial name evokes the brilliant explosion of a newborn star.
- Origin
- Latin
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #37
- Peak
- #32 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Nova Means
Nova is a girl name of Latin origin. Meaning new, this celestial name evokes the brilliant explosion of a newborn star.
How Popular Nova Is
Nova currently ranks #37 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #32 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Nova
- A nova is a star that suddenly increases in brightness then fades.
- Planet of the Apes featured a character named Nova.
- Has risen from virtual obscurity to the top 40 in just two decades.
Names Like Nova
Other Latin names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Nova
Latin names that pair well as a brother or sister to Nova.
Questions About Nova
What does Nova mean?
Nova is a girl name of Latin origin. Meaning new, this celestial name evokes the brilliant explosion of a newborn star.
How popular is Nova?
Nova currently ranks #37 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #32 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Nova come from?
Nova comes from Latin roots. A nova is a star that suddenly increases in brightness then fades.
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