US Popularity Rank: 7695

Origin: Slavic

Meaning: New, newcomer

Novak is a boy's name of Slavic origin name meaning "new" or "newcomer." In medieval times, it could have been given to someone who had recently arrived in a particular village or region. Today it's one of the most common surnames in several Slavic-speaking countries. Novak has become more well-known thanks to the incredible success of the Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic, a multiple-time world No. 1. Timeless and globally recognized, Novak makes a fitting choice for your new arrival.