Rising since 2015, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Knova since 2014
Babies named Knova per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 155 |
Meaning & origin
Knova is a very rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2014. As of 2025, it ranks 4,172 with a 1 in 47,273 incidence, and it has been rising in popularity since 2015. The name's peak year is 2025, indicating growing but still minimal usage. Geographically, it is most common in Texas. As a creative respelling of Nova, Knova fits a trend of distinctive 'K' names and appeals to parents seeking a unique twist on a familiar sound.
Knova is a modern coinage, first recorded in 2014 in the United States. It appears to be a respelling of Nova, which derives from the Latin word for 'new', but with a distinctive 'K' initial. The name may also be influenced by other trendy 'K' names or created for its visual appeal. Since its debut, it has slowly gained use, particularly in Texas.
Where Knova is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nova, Kiki, NoNo
Variants: Nova
Sibling names for Knova
Names that share Knova's style, for a brother or sister.
