Dove vs Love

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dove

Girl #1,632 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dove bird, symbol of peace and love"

Origin: Old English

English American International

✓ All Clear

Boy #4,264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"deep affection, tender devotion"

Origin: Old English

American African-American Swedish

✓ All Clear

Dove Rank #1,632

Love Rank #4,264

Dove is more popular, ranked #1632 vs #4264 for Love.

Is Dove or Love more popular?

Dove is more popular, ranked #1632 compared to Love at #4264 in the United States.

What do Dove and Love mean?

Dove means "dove bird, symbol of peace and love" (Old English origin). Love means "deep affection, tender devotion" (Old English origin).

Are Dove and Love boy or girl names?

Dove is primarily a girl name. Love is primarily a boy name.