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Kove

♂ Boy

Pronounced KOHV-eh /ˈkoʊv.ɛ/Medium

Meaning: Hard; firmMedium

In 30 seconds: Kove is an English boy's name with the sense of 'hard' or 'firm', a short and solid single syllable.

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Origin MediumEnglish

MeaningHard; firm

U.S. rank (2024)#2762 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births47 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 351

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Kove carries the meaning 'hard; firm' within the English naming tradition. It is a compact, modern-feeling name with no recorded variations or notable bearers to draw on, so its appeal rests on its sound and its plain sense of strength.

The name lands in one clipped syllable, rhyming with 'cove', which gives it an unfussy, grounded feel. Its meaning of firmness suits parents looking for something brief and sturdy.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Kove is 'hard; firm', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 62%

Behind the Name - Kove — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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If you like Kove…

Cove— The everyday word-name it sounds identical to.

Kane— Another short, hard-edged boy's name with a strong single beat.

Cole— Shares the brief, solid one-syllable shape and similar vowel sound.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Kove mean?

Kove is usually explained as meaning 'hard; firm' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Kove?

It's commonly said KOHV-eh /ˈkoʊv.ɛ/.

Is Kove a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Kove is used as a boy name.

How popular is Kove?

In 2024, Kove ranked #2762 in the U.S. for boys, with 47 births recorded.