Nova vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nova

Girl #39 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"New"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Italian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#39
Total SSA Count
5,044
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nov, Novi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Nova Rank #39
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #39 for Nova.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Nova ___

  • Nova Rose
  • Nova Grace
  • Nova Mae
  • Nova Jane
  • Nova Claire
  • Nova Jade

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Nova

Luna Aurora Stella Leo Atlas

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nova or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Nova at #39 in the United States.

What do Nova and Theodore mean?

Nova means "New" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Nova and Theodore boy or girl names?

Nova is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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