Cove is an English word name for a small sheltered bay and means "sheltered bay"; it comes from the Old English cofa, a chamber or hiding place. It is one of the newest coastal nature names, in the company of Reef and Ocean, and appeals to parents who want something short and calm. Cove has risen from number 2415 in 2015 to number 1192 in 2025, its best rank so far.