Nova is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1466 in 2025 with 18 recorded births. This places Nova in the top 24% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 26 births ranking #1084. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 15,108 boys born was named Nova. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Nova is a bright modern name meaning 'new'. It feels celestial, fresh, and full of momentum.
The name rose quickly as parents became drawn to short cosmic names with clear imagery. Its appeal comes from both its starry association and its crisp, contemporary sound.