What does the name Dove mean?

Dove means "Bird of peace, purity." It is of English origin.

How popular is the name Dove?

Dove is ranked #485 in the United States as of 2025, based on SSA data.

Is Dove a boy or girl name?

Dove is primarily a girls' name.

Names Starting With D

GirlEnglish#485 in 2025

Dove

Q: What is the origin of the name Dove?

Dove is of English origin. Rose 19% in one year. A word name symbolizing peace and the Holy Spirit. Also a nature name with gentle, soft sound. Dove Cameron boosted its profile.

Dove is a girls' name of English origin meaning “Bird of peace, purity.” It ranked #485 in the United States in 2025.

Pronunciation

DUV

Meaning & Origin

The name Dove means “Bird of peace, purity.” It comes from the English language tradition.

Rose 19% in one year. A word name symbolizing peace and the Holy Spirit. Also a nature name with gentle, soft sound. Dove Cameron boosted its profile.

Popularity Over Time

#577

2024

#485

2025

Year	Rank
2025	#485
2024	#577

Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset

Famous People Named Dove

Dove Cameron

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