Novella
girl name#2542 in 2025Novella entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #490 in 1905, ranks #2542 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#2542
rank today
#490
peak (1905)
69
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #786 |
| 1890s | #780 |
| 1900s | #584 |
| 1910s | #606 |
| 1920s | #634 |
| 1930s | #738 |
| 1940s | #1065 |
| 1950s | #1528 |
| 1960s | #2086 |
| 1970s | #4113 |
| 1980s | #6499 |
| 1990s | #9968 |
| 2000s | #10300 |
| 2010s | #3971 |
| 2020s | #3016 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Novella has been most popular in TN, IL, OH.
Living bearers
About 2,500 people named Novella are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Novella alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Novella in 2025?
- Novella ranks #2542 among US girl names in 2025, with 69 babies given the name.
- When was the name Novella most popular?
- Novella peaked in 1905, reaching #490 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Novella with classmates?
- Novella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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