Palmer vs Nova

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #1,180 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"new, young"

Origin: Latin

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Palmer Rank #1,079

Nova Rank #1,180

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 vs #1180 for Nova.

Is Palmer or Nova more popular?

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 compared to Nova at #1180 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Nova mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Nova means "new, young" (Latin origin).

Are Palmer and Nova boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Nova is primarily a boy name.