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Novan

Boy Name #9,728 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Novan is a boy name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Novan often also consider Nora, Norma, Nona .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #9,728
Total SSA Count: 9

Alternative Spellings

Nova #1180 Novah #2869 Novak #3543

Nicknames

Nov Noy Novie

Similar Names

Nora Norma Nona Nola Norah Nolia Nonie Nolie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Novan

Is Novan a boy or girl name?

Novan is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Novan?

Novan is currently ranked #9728 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Novan?

Common nicknames for Novan include Nov, Noy, and Novie.

Is Novan a common or rare name?

Novan is an uncommon name, ranked #9728 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Novan

Novan is a boy name .

Novan is currently ranked #9,728 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Novan include Nov, Noy, and Novie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Novan include Nova, Novah, Novak . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.