Love vs Dove

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Love

Boy #4,264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"deep affection, tender devotion"

Origin: Old English

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Girl #1,632 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dove bird, symbol of peace and love"

Origin: Old English

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Love Rank #4,264

Dove Rank #1,632

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

Is Love or Dove more popular?

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

What do Love and Dove mean?

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

Are Love and Dove boy or girl names?

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