Novalyn
A feminine name combining "nova" and "lyn", meaning "new lake".
Name Census estimates that about 314 living Americans carry the first name Novalyn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Novalyn today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Novalyn births was 2021 (48 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Novalyn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
314
~ 1 in 1,091,574 Americans
Peak year
2021
48 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,617
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Novalyn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Novalyn from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 195 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Novalyn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Novalyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Novalyns live
Origin
Meaning and history of Novalyn
The name Novalyn is a unique and relatively modern name that appears to be a combination of the words "nova" and "lyn." Its origins are not entirely clear, but it likely emerged in the 20th century as a creative invention.
The prefix "nova" is derived from the Latin word "novus," meaning "new" or "bright." It is often associated with celestial events, such as a nova, which is a bright, newly appearing star in the night sky. The suffix "lyn" is a common ending for feminine names, often used to add a touch of elegance or softness to a name.
While there are no definitive historical records or ancient texts that mention the name Novalyn, its components suggest a connection to celestial phenomena and a desire to create a unique and modern name. It may have been inspired by the idea of a "new star" or a "bright light," evoking a sense of freshness, brilliance, and uniqueness.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Novalyn are relatively recent, with the name gaining popularity in the late 20th century. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Novalyn Price, an American author and lecturer who wrote books on personal growth and self-improvement in the 1970s and 1980s.
Another notable figure bearing the name Novalyn is Novalyn Winfield, an American actress and singer who has appeared in various television shows and films since the 1990s. She is known for her roles in projects such as "Star Trek: Voyager" and "General Hospital."
Novalyn Culberson is an American painter and artist who gained recognition for her vibrant and expressive artworks in the late 20th century. Her works often explore themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience.
Novalyn Hogan is an American entrepreneur and business leader who founded and served as the CEO of a successful marketing firm in the early 2000s. She is recognized for her contributions to the field of digital marketing and her advocacy for women in business.
Novalyn Hinton is a British writer and journalist who has published several books and articles on various topics, including travel, culture, and personal growth. She has been active in the literary scene since the late 20th century and is known for her insightful and engaging writing style.
While the name Novalyn is not as widespread as some traditional names, it has gained popularity in recent decades as a unique and modern choice for parents seeking a name that evokes a sense of freshness, brilliance, and individuality.
People
Novalyn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Novalyn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Novalyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Novalyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 314 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Novalyn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,091,574 US residents.
Is Novalyn a common name?
We classify Novalyn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 316 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Novalyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Novalyn was 2021, when 48 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Novalyn is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Novalyn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Novalyn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.