Girl Name · English Origin
Tova
Considering Tova? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Gift of God", rooted in English naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Tobi.
Tova meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: English naming roots help connect Tova to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Tova as T·O·V·A, with 4 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Tova is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Tova variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Tovaa, Tovae, Tovay, Tov.
- Nicknames: Tova works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Tova with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Tova middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Tobi, Tobe, Toby, Tobey, Toivo — full picks on the sibling names for Tova guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Tova? Browse our names like Tova guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Tova
What does the name Tova mean?
Tova means "Gift of God" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Tova?
Tova originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Tova?
Tova has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Tova a boy's or girl's name?
Tova is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Tova in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Tova sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Tova?
Names that share Tova's sound and style include Tobi, Tobe, Toby, Tobey, Toivo.
What middle names pair well with Tova?
Good middle-name fits for Tova pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Tova is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Tova is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Tova?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Tova share its rhythm without rhyming — Tobi, Tobe, Toby all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.