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Origin(s)
PronunciationNAH-vuhl / /ˈnɒv.əl/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: new; English: original work
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Novel derives from the Latin word 'novus', meaning 'new'. It is often associated with originality and innovation. In English, the term 'novel' refers to a fictional narrative, highlighting creativity. The name is relatively uncommon as a given name but has gained some attention in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Novel has not been widely used in the U.S. and remains relatively rare.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Novel was first seen in the United States in 1923. Novel has ranked as high as #908 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Novel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |