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Tova

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Pronounced TOHV-a /ˈtoʊv.æ/Low

Meaning: Good.Low

In 30 seconds: Tova is a Hebrew name meaning 'good'.

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Origin LowHebrew

MeaningGood.

U.S. rank (2025)#2643 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births66 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,749

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

Tova comes straight from the Hebrew word for 'good', making it a name with a plain, positive meaning. It belongs to the tradition of Hebrew names built on simple virtue words. Its short form and clear sense have kept it in steady use in Jewish communities.

The name has a soft, two-syllable sound that travels easily across languages. As a virtue name, it pairs its gentle sound with a wholly affirmative meaning.

Did you know? Tova comes from Hebrew tovah, the feminine of tov, so the name simply means good.

Overall data confidence 55%

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Famous Bearers

★Tova Borgnine (1941-2022)
Norwegian-American businesswoman and founder of Beauty by Tova cosmetics

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tova mean?

Tova means 'good', from Hebrew tovah, the feminine of tov.

How do you pronounce Tova?

It's commonly said TOHV-a /ˈtoʊv.æ/.

Is Tova a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Tova?

In 2024, Tova ranked #2684 in the U.S. for girls, with 65 births recorded.