Tova Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOH-vah / ˈtoʊ.vəHebrew
Meaning
Good
Historical & Cultural Background
Tova is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly used in Jewish communities. It is often associated with positive attributes and is sometimes given to girls born during the Jewish New Year. The name reflects a cultural appreciation for goodness and virtue.
Trend Summary
Tova has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tovah
International Variants
- Tova (Hebrew)
- Tove (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Tova
Tova Borgnine was an American actress and philanthropist, known for her work in film and television.
Tova Friedman is a Holocaust survivor and author, recognized for her contributions to literature and education.
Fictional characters named Tova
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tova was first seen in the United States in 1942. Tova has ranked as high as #1282 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, California, Maryland, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Tova has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tova (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 17 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| MD | 7 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 24 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 51 |
| 1984 | 63 |
| 1985 | 51 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 50 |
| 1988 | 44 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1992 | 34 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 42 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 44 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 43 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 55 |
| 2009 | 42 |
| 2010 | 55 |
| 2011 | 44 |
| 2012 | 62 |
| 2013 | 46 |
| 2014 | 42 |
| 2015 | 70 |
| 2016 | 67 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 60 |
| 2019 | 55 |
| 2020 | 72 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 81 |
| 2023 | 94 |
| 2024 | 65 |