Name comparison · girl names
Nora vs. Nova
In 2025, Nora leads at #20 among U.S. girls' names, with Nova at #46. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Nora | Nova |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #20 | #46 |
| Babies in 2025 | 6,380 | 4,657 |
| All-time peak | #20 in 2025 | #32 in 2021 |
| Uniqueness score | 11 / 100 | 15 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Vermont (#4) | Mississippi (#9) |