Novalee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Novalee is a modern English name that combines the Latin word for 'new' with a suffix commonly used in names. It signifies freshness and uniqueness. The name has evolved from its roots, gaining popularity in the late 1990s due to literature and film. It has no biblical ties and is viewed positively in contemporary culture, often associated with individuality.
The name Novalee is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Novalee has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Novalee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10248th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3352nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 913th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Novalee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Novalee"
Pronunciation
/ˈnoʊvəˌli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Novalee is a modern invention, combining 'Nova,' which means 'new' in Latin, with the suffix '-lee,' which is often used in English names to convey a sense of place or belonging.
Meaning
new
Language Evolution
Nova, Novalie, Novalee
Historical Usage
Novalee gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly after the release of the novel 'Novalee Nation' by Billie Letts in 1999, which was later adapted into a film.
Variants & Derivatives
Nova, Novalie, Novi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Novalee is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Novalee Nation (fictional character from 'Novalee Nation')
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Novalee"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Novalee"
"Novalee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10248th of 12526 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3352nd of 35406 | 721 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 913th of 30306 | 3,556 |
Regional Popularity of "Novalee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Novalee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
91.27% 4713th/5164 |
45.25% 3309th/7313 |
49.36% 3684th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.03% 758th/3984 |
21.31% 956th/4487 |
13.52% 922nd/6822 |
17.35% 1089th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Novalee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Novalee" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.