Nova is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #1177 in 2024 with 176 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 317 births ranking #758. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 3,420.0%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 9,746 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.