Rising since 2018, #3,975 for girls today.
Popularity of Zanova since 2018
Babies named Zanova per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 13 |
| 2020s | 129 |
Meaning & origin
Zanova is a modern invention, first recorded in 2018 and already showing a rising trajectory through its peak year of 2025, when it ranked 3,975 nationally. Its appearance rate of 1 in 44,646 girls makes it a rare choice, primarily seen in Georgia among top states. The name was absent from earlier decades entirely, reflecting a recent stylistic blend that favors the vibrant 'nova' suffix. While its etymology is uncertain, Zanova fits a pattern of contemporary names built for distinctiveness and phonetic appeal, offering parents a fresh-sounding option with no traditional baggage. Its upward trend since 2018 suggests growing but still niche appeal in the 2020s.
Zanova likely emerged as a modern invented name, possibly blending the popular suffix 'nova' (Latin for 'new') with a 'Z' initial for a distinctive sound. Its first recorded use in U.S. data is 2018, with no clear historical or linguistic derivation.
Where Zanova is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zana, Nova, Z
Sibling names for Zanova
Names that share Zanova's style, for a brother or sister.
