Girl
Novella
new, young
About Novella
Here's a name for the literary-minded, the creative souls, the parents who see naming as an art form itself. Novella carries an unmistakable bookish quality, literally referencing a short novel, which makes it perfect for families who value storytelling and imagination. This rare choice stands firmly outside mainstream popularity, offering true distinctiveness in an era of repeated name patterns.
The triple-l center creates visual interest while the three-syllable structure maintains balance and flow. Novella sounds simultaneously vintage and modern, familiar yet uncommon—a difficult combination to achieve. The name suggests narrative, creativity, and intellectual depth, qualities many parents hope to encourage.
Its rarity means your daughter will likely be the only Novella in her school, perhaps her entire community, granting her a unique identity from day one. The name feels particularly suited to artistic families or those who want to honor literary traditions. Novella works across cultures and languages, maintaining its integrity in various contexts. It's a conversation starter, a name with substance, a choice that reflects thoughtfulness and originality in parenting.
Popularity of the Name Novella
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names in the United States, by year.
| 1882 | #874 |
| 1883 | #893 |
| 1885 | #832 |
| 1886 | #813 |
| 1887 | #923 |
| 1888 | #782 |
| 1889 | #712 |
| 1891 | #780 |
| 1892 | #719 |
| 1893 | #893 |
| 1894 | #839 |
| 1895 | #737 |
| 1896 | #702 |
| 1897 | #695 |
| 1898 | #766 |
| 1899 | #748 |
| 1900 | #599 |
| 1901 | #599 |
| 1902 | #789 |
| 1903 | #586 |
| 1904 | #555 |
| 1905 | #494 |
| 1906 | #537 |
| 1907 | #584 |
| 1908 | #580 |
| 1909 | #605 |
| 1910 | #601 |
| 1911 | #526 |
| 1912 | #565 |
| 1913 | #622 |
| 1914 | #610 |
| 1915 | #621 |
| 1916 | #661 |
| 1917 | #618 |
| 1918 | #695 |
| 1919 | #575 |
| 1920 | #668 |
| 1921 | #623 |
| 1922 | #608 |
| 1923 | #513 |
| 1924 | #618 |
| 1925 | #663 |
| 1926 | #668 |
| 1927 | #641 |
| 1928 | #708 |
| 1929 | #665 |
| 1930 | #688 |
| 1931 | #707 |
| 1932 | #645 |
| 1933 | #676 |
| 1934 | #750 |
| 1935 | #829 |
| 1936 | #775 |
| 1937 | #813 |
| 1938 | #800 |
| 1939 | #726 |
| 1940 | #873 |
| 1941 | #850 |
| 1942 | #935 |
Variations of Name Novella
Names Similar to Novella
Nicknames for Novella
- Nova
- Novie
- Ella
- Ellie
- Vella
Famous People Named Novella
| Novella Matveeva | Russian Olympic swimmer |
| Novella Calligaris | Italian journalist and author |
| Novella Smith | Jamaican sprinter |
| Novella Carpenter | American author and urban farmer |
| Novella Nikic | Montenegrin handball player |
| Novella Royale | American fashion designer |
| Novella McClure | American actress and director |
| Novella Polluck | British chemist |
| Novella Redondo | Spanish actress |
| Novella Brooks | American poet and writer |
| Novella Parigini | Italian actress |
| Novella Rettew | American journalist and news anchor |
| Novella Jolly | Indian politician |
| Novella Nelson | American actress and comedian |
| Novella Incandenza | Italian pianist and composer |
| Novella Howard | American painter |
| Novella Robertson | Australian politician |
| Novella Thestrup | Danish actress |
Characters Named Novella
| Novella Cabral | Character in the novel "The Power of One" by Bryce Courtenay |
| Novella Rinaldi | Character in Ernest Hemingway's novel "A Farewell to Arms" |
| Novella Lament | Character in the "Warhammer 40,000" series |
| Novella Landauer | Character in the novel "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towles |
| Novella Wilson | Character in the TV show "Supernatural" |
| Novella Furlong | Character in the novel "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck |
| Novella Nucci | Character in the film "The Shadow" - 1994 |
| Novella Banks | Character in the book "Motherless Brooklyn" by Jonathan Lethem |
| Novella Hayes | Character in the book "The Queen of the Tearling" by Erika Johansen |
| Novella Granger | Character in the novel "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot |
| Novella Chandler | Character in the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Novella Delacroix | Character in the video game "Assassin's Creed - Unity" |
| Novella Royd | Character in the anime and manga series "Black Cat" |
| Novella DeLuxe | Character in the film "The Haunted Mansion" - 2003 |
| Novella Stone | Character in the TV series "Ghost Whisperer" |
| Novella Whitfield | Character in the book "Ender's Game" by Orson Scott Card |
| Novella Hathaway | Character in the novel "The Ravenels" by Lisa Kleypas |
| Novella Stark | Character in the novel "Frost Burned" by Patricia Briggs |
| Novella Lovelace | Character in the TV series "Mr. Robot" |
| Novella Beaufort | Character in the book "The Vampire Chronicles" by Anne Rice |