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Novie
Pronounced NOH-vee /ˈnoʊ.vi/High
Meaning: A pet form of Nova — from Latin novus, 'new'; 'a new star' (a star that suddenly brightens)Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Novie is a pet form of Nova — from Latin novus, 'new'; in astronomy, a nova is 'a new star', one that suddenly flares into brilliance. A sweet, sunny, modern name; the -ie styling personalizes it (nickname Nova).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, new-and-a-new-star at the root, and sunny.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Novie mean?
Novie pets Nova — Latin 'new; a new star'.
How do you pronounce Novie?
It's said NOH-vee /ˈnoʊ.vi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Novie a boy or girl name?
Novie is a girl's name.
How popular is Novie?
Novie is a rare, recent name in the U.S.