Cat name

Nova

Origin
Latin
Gender
female
Syllables
2

Meaning

A star that suddenly increases in brightness

More

An exploding stellar event — and a sharply modern name that rose fast in the 2010s.

Themes

Astronomy

Questions

What does Nova mean?
Nova means A star that suddenly increases in brightness. It's a name of Latin origin.
Where does the name Nova come from?
Nova comes from Latin. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.
Is Nova a boy or girl cat name?
Nova is traditionally a female name, but cat names don't have to follow human conventions — many people use it for cats of any sex.
Is Nova a good name for a cat?
Nova is a thoughtful pick. At 2 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "A star that suddenly increases in brightness." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.

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