Tove is a Scandinavian female given name, particularly popular in Norway and Sweden. It's derived from the Old Norse word 'þófa', which means 'thought'. The name has been used historically among royalty; Queen Tova of Sweden was born in 820 AD.
The name Tove experienced a notable increase in popularity from the late 2010s onwards, with a significant spike in births each year since 2016. However, it was less common throughout much of the mid to late 20th century.