Kove

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Pronounced KOHV /ˈkoʊv/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Cove — from the word cove, 'a small sheltered bay or inlet' (from Old English cofa, 'a chamber; a shelter'); used for both sexes; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: A small sheltered bay; a cove: Kove spells Cove — 'a cove'. Crisp, nature-fresh, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'KOHV').

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningA spelling of Cove — from the word cove, 'a small sheltered bay or inlet' (from Old English cofa, 'a chamber; a shelter'); used for both sexes; here for girls

U.S. rank (2025)#4412 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births32 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 147

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kove is a spelling of Cove — from the word cove, 'a small sheltered bay or inlet', from Old English cofa, 'a chamber; a shelter'. A crisp, nature-fresh modern word-name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-cove at the root, and nature-fresh.

Did you know? Cove means 'a small sheltered bay or inlet' (from Old English cofa, 'a shelter') — Kove is a spelling, a crisp, nature-fresh name, used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'KOHV').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Cove — word/nature origin

Variations

CoveKoved

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kove mean?

Kove spells Cove — 'a small sheltered bay or inlet' (a nature/word-name).

How do you pronounce Kove?

It's said KOHV /ˈkoʊv/ — one syllable.

Is Kove a boy or girl name?

Kove is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Kove?

Kove is a very rare name in the U.S.