Zoe name meaning

By Nishant Saini

Updated: May 30th, 2024

Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl

Origin: Old Greek

Usage: English, German, Polish, Greek, Icelandic, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian

Pronunciation: zoh-ee

Meaning: Life

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What does Zoe mean?
Variations of Zoe
Nicknames for Zoe
How popular is Zoe?
Popularity Chart
Similar Names to Zoe
Famous People Named Zoe
Lists having Zoe

What does Zoe mean?

The name Zoe is derived from the Greek word for "life", ζωή (zoé). It was originally used as a short form of names beginning with the Greek element ζω-, such as Zosime, Lazarus and Zoey.

The name has been in use since the early Christian era, when it was borne by a number of women including a second-century martyr from Syria.

In recent years, Zoe has become one of the most popular baby names in the English-speaking world.

It was ranked as the 44th most popular name for girls born in England and Wales in 2007, and was the 42nd most popular name for girls born in the United States in 2021.

Zoe is a popular name in many countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

There are many famous people named Zoe, including actresses Zoe Saldana and Zoe Kazan, model Zoe Kravitz, and singer/songwriter Zoe Benston.

Some notable fictional characters named Zoe include Zoë Nightshade from Percy Jackson & The Olympians and Zoe Carter from The 100.

There are many reasons why Zoe is a good choice for a baby name.

It has a beautiful sound, it's short and easy to spell, and it has significant meaning behind it. With so many positive attributes, it's no wonder that Zoe is such a popular choice for parents-to-be.

If you're looking for a beautiful and special name for your child, Zoe is definitely worth considering.

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How do I pronounce Zoe?

zoh-ee is the most common way to pronounce one syllabled Zoe. zoe is another way(s) to say the name.

Variants of Zoe

Zoanne, Zoeanna, Anna, Aenne, Anella, Anki, Hanna, Ans, Aemiliana, Anacarolina

Nicknames for Zoe

Baby name Zoe is already a short name but there are some nicknames to go along with it:

Names that rhyme with Zoe

How popular is the name Zoe?

a very popular name in United States having over 127255 recievers in 176 years of usage. When at the peak of its usage in 2012, 6451 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 30th position.

Additionally, the given name has been in the top 50 baby names 10 times Also, Zoe is a popular name in England and Wales given to over 20929 babies in 23 years.

At its zenith in 1996, the moniker grabbed the 31st spot and 1897 baby girls were given the name. Additionally, the first name has been in the top 50 baby names 7 times Also, Zoe was a popular name in France.

Over 4648 babies have been given the moniker in 9 years. When at its peak in 2010, it ranked 51st when 1373 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls. However after 9 years, the name is on free fall on the charts.

In addition to that, the first name has been in the top 100 baby names 2 times

But Zoe is a popular baby name in England where every 1 in 1000 have the name as well as in, Australia, Madagascar, Spain and Liberia.

At least, 150000 people globally have been given the name as per our findings.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2023	7260	11	36	5160
2022	4413	23	38	4984
2021	4747	20	42	4687
2020	5429	16	40	4779
2019	6395	13	38	5064
2018	6028	14	39	5118
2017	7086	11	41	5168
2016	5777	15	35	5758
2015	5502	16	33	6046
2014	4536	21	32	5879

View more ▾View full list ▾^{[1] Source: Social Security Administration}

Facts

Zoe in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	50	27	8246	1457
	0	0	0	183

Numerological analysis of Zoe

You know what they say, life happens while you are too busy making plans. You are curious and driven by your wish to invent new things and solutions. You are willing to give up everything you have to achieve everything you ever wanted. You are a jealous and passionate lover. You want a stable, deep connection with people. If you notice someone being superficial, you walk away. When it comes to life challenges and obstacles, there's absolutely nothing that can stop you from solving what itches your mind.

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Eustache - Used in French, Eustache came from Old Greek, Eustache means "Well-Built, Eu or Stachys" is used as a boy name
Nik means Abbreviation of Nicholas or Good customarily used for baby boys which is rooted from Old Greek is notably used in Gujarati and Finnish
Gregorina - Girl name Gregorina means "The Word Gregorein with the Meaning Watchful Vigilant and The Watchful" is rooted from Old Greek. Gregorina is a resultant of Gregoria.

Famous people named Zoe

Zoe Koplowitz, ' As of and including 2013
Zoe Telford, English actress from Norwich
Zoe French, British model and television presenter
Zoe Scofield, Her work is characterized by multi-media
Zoe Sheridan, Australian television presenter
Zoe Derham, female hammer thrower from England
Zoe Lofgren, American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for
Zoe Karbonopsina, i
Zoe McLellan, American television actress,
Zoe Saldana, American actress and dancer
Zoe Akins, American playwright, poet, and author
Zoe Cruz, Greek-born American senior banking executive and former co-president of Morgan Stanley
Zoe Williams, English columnist, journalist, and author
Zoe Goss, former right-hand batter and right-arm fast-medium bowler
Zoe Carides, Australian actress of film and television,
Zoe Weizenbaum, former American actress
Zoe Birkett, English singer
Zoe Bertram, Australian actress
Zoe Laskari, Greek film and stage actress
Zoe Caldwell, Australian actress
Zoe Naylor, Australian actress as well as journalist, MC
Zoe Rahman, English jazz composer and pianist
Zoe Strauss, American photographer and a nominee member of Magnum Photos
Zoe Jones, British figure skater
Zoe Hardman, British television presenter and actress
Zoe Henry, British actress,
Zoe Zeniodi, woman conductor from Greece
Zoe Lister-Jones, American actress, producer
Zoe Rae, American actress of the silent era
In 1995, Zoe Chan played the role of Jane in film Heung Gong fa yuet ye.
In 1914, Zoe Gregory portrayed the role of Blossom in drama film Under the Gaslight.
Zoe Newton, from 1955 comedy film No Love for Judy, who played Judy.
In 2000 comedy and drama flick, Illicit Lovers, Zoe Paul portrayed Kathy.
Zoe Perry portrayed the vital character of Renie in 2016 comedy, drama flick No Pay, Nudity.
In 2012 comedy and drama flick, Ruby Sparks, Zoe Kazan portrayed Ruby Sparks.
In 1922, Zoe Merckel characterized the role of Perpetua in drama movie La tormenta.
Zoe Myers, from 2012 drama movie Destiny Road, who portrayed Elizabeth.
In 2019, Zoe Margaret Colletti characterized the role of Stella Nicholls in adventure and horror movie Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.
Zoe Sandejas portrayed central role of Nina Sevilla in 2009 drama and music film Dinig sana kita.
In 2007, Zoe Moore played the role of Nelly Sue Edelmeister in comedy, romance movie Max Minsky und ich.

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Sources

Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
Instituto Nacional de Estadística, https://www.ine.es/dyngs/INEbase/en/operacion.htm?c=Estadistica_C&cid=1254736177009&menu=resultados&idp=1254734710990#_tabs-1254736195498
Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
Office fédéral de la statistique, https://www.bfs.admin.ch/bfs/fr/home/statistiques/population/naissances-deces/prenoms-nouveaux-nes.html
Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://www.svb.nl/nl/kindernamen/
SCB- Statistikmyndigheten, https://www.scb.se/en/finding-statistics/statistics-by-subject-area/population/general-statistics/name-statistics/
Births Deaths And Marriages Victoria, https://www.bdm.vic.gov.au/births/naming-your-child/popular-baby-names-in-victoria
Department of Jutsice, Government of Western Australia, https://bdm.justice.wa.gov.au/_apps/BabyNames/Default.aspx?uid=1144-3594-8619-1127
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NSW Government, https://www.nsw.gov.au/family-and-relationships/births/popular-baby-names

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