Tovah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOH-vah / ˈtoʊ.vəHebrew
Meaning
good
Historical & Cultural Background
Tovah is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the word 'tov,' meaning 'good.' It is often associated with positive qualities and blessings. The name is used in Jewish communities and has gained some popularity in other cultures as well. Tovah reflects a connection to Jewish heritage and tradition.
Trend Summary
Tovah has seen a modest presence in the U.S. baby name charts, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tova
International Variants
- Tova (Hebrew)
Famous people named Tovah
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Fictional characters named Tovah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tovah was first seen in the United States in 1976. Tovah has ranked as high as #1089 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Tovah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tovah (1981)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 17 |