Nova at a glance
- Meaning
- New, new star
- Origin
- Latin
- Religion
- Secular
- Gender
- girl
- Pronunciation
- NO-va
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Novah, Novaah, Noviah, Noveeya, Noviyiya, Nove
Lucky details for Nova
- Number
- 1
- Color
- Golden Yellow
- Stone
- Ruby
- Flower
- Sunflower
- Day
- Sunday
- Planet
- Sun
- Zodiac
- Leo
- Metal
- Gold
Nova is a Latin name meaning “new, new star”. Parents choose Nova for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with independent, pioneering, naturally in charge. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Nova reduce to 1, a number linked with Sun and with people who are confident, original, decisive, protective of family.
Numerology
Chaldean value 1 — Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge.
Personality
Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge
Positive Traits
Confident, original, decisive, protective of family
Negative Traits
Can be stubborn and dislikes being told what to do
Career Suggestions
Entrepreneurship, leadership roles, design, sport
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FAQs about the name Nova
What does the name Nova mean?
Nova means “new, new star” and comes from a Latin root.
Is Nova a boy or girl name?
Nova is most often used as a girl name today.
How do you pronounce Nova?
Nova is pronounced NO-va (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Nova?
The lucky number for Nova is 1, ruled by Sun.
What are good nicknames for Nova?
Popular short forms include Novi, Noy.
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