Nova Name Meaning, Origin and Popularity

by | Mar 21, 2023

Nova name meaning

The Nova name meaning is “new” which is derived from the Latin word “novus” and it is a feminine name that comes from Latin origins. A bright star that suddenly appears in the sky and emits a significant amount of energy is known as a nova, which is also an astronomical term.

It was not until the 19th century that the name was given to a girl for the first time, and today it is most commonly used in Scandinavian countries. By naming your newborn child Nova, you can express your joy at their arrival and how much they will enrich your life.

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Similar Names Like Nova

Discover other baby names to add to your Favorites list by looking into options that have a sound that is similar to others you’ve found.

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Noa

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Eva

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Sibling Name Ideas

Are you trying to find a sibling name for Nova? Great choices include the following:

Cariana

Noni

Feliciona

Nevins

Archer

Ace

Sage

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Maximus

Brettany

Aurelia

Paulino

Onora

Reena

Zia

Autumn

Nebula

Vanina

Flora

August

Lily

Vernetta

Pia

Tina

Millie

Maria

Astra

Leo

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