Nova

Female

What does Nova mean?

Refers to a transient astronomical event that causes the sudden appearance of a bright, apparently “new” star, that slowly fades over a few weeks/months.

What's the origin of Nova?

Latin

How is Nova pronounced?

ˈnoʊvə

What does it say about you to have a cat named Nova?

Naming your cat Nova suggests that you have an appreciation for the night sky and the beauty of the stars. It could also suggest that you have a creative and imaginative side.

Is Nova a good cat name?

Nova has two syllables, which most vets and trainers tend to recommend. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for your kitty to recognize. Nova isn't one of the most common cat names, so your kitty will make waves! If you love the name, you should pick it!

Nova is found in these categories:

celestial cat names
celestial

Stars explode into novas, making this name a cosmic choice!

sassy cat names
sassy

Explodes with personality, shines bright, and always steals the spotlight.

tortoiseshell cat names
tortoiseshell

Their fiery, star-like colors burst and shimmer like a celestial explosion.

white cat names
white

Nova means new star, shining brightly like a fresh snowfall.

Popularity

Based on likes, Nova ranks #438 with users of MeowNames.com.

Naming your cat Nova isn't unheard of, but our data suggests that it's a pretty niche choice.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Nova was, over the past 30 days, the 743rd ranked cat name for views on MeowNames.com.

As of November 2024, Nova is a name that's increasing in popularity with new kitten owners. According to our stats, it's more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a bit of variance in rank for this name. That might suggest its popularity is based on seasonal factors or perhaps pop culture events.

In the past week, Nova was viewed 29 times, and liked 0 times.

Cat names like Nova:

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Meaning: The name of a small constellation in the Southern Celestial Hemisphere.
Meaning: Space exploration.
Meaning: Divine protection and strength.
Meaning: Beautiful, charming, delightful.
Meaning: Prosperous, successful woman.

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