Ova Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Ova' originates from Latin, meaning 'egg,' symbolizing fertility and new beginnings. It has evolved from the Latin word 'ovum' and is associated with femininity. While it does not have biblical relevance, it has gained popularity as a unique name choice in contemporary culture.
The name Ova is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Ova has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Ova' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1833rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2400th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4512th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1060th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2533rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9775th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17913th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ova' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ova"
Pronunciation
/ˈoʊvə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name 'Ova' is derived from the Latin word 'ovum,' which means 'egg.' It reflects a connection to themes of fertility and new beginnings.
Meaning
egg
Language Evolution
Ovum (Latin), Ova (Latin plural)
Historical Usage
The name 'Ova' has been used in various cultures, often associated with fertility and femininity. It gained some popularity in the late 20th century as a unique name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Ovie, Ova Mae
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, 'Ova' is perceived as a unique and modern name, often chosen for its distinctive sound and symbolic meaning related to new life.
Famous People
Ova K. K. M. (a fictional character in literature)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ova"
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 "Ova"
"Ova" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1833rd of 7545 | 287 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2400th of 6773 | 182 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4512th of 7552 | 48 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1060th of 9107 | 860 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2533rd of 9204 | 221 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9775th of 12526 | 16 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17913th of 30306 | 35 |
Regional Popularity of "Ova" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
40.79% 965th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
49.17% 1157th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
61.62% 1758th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Ova" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
30.14% 713th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
63.32% 1490th/2353 |
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| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ova"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ova" 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.