Zoe
Zoe first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2012, when 6,466 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 5,646.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Zoe popular?
Steady Zoe has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2012.
| 2020s | 31,129 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 58,094 | |
| 2000s | 48,755 | |
| 1990s | 16,791 | |
| 1980s | 1,999 | |
| 1970s | 1,120 | |
| 1960s | 952 | |
| 1950s | 1,109 | |
| 1940s | 569 | |
| 1930s | 735 | |
| 1920s | 694 | |
| 1910s | 466 | |
| 1900s | 239 | |
| 1890s | 323 | |
| 1880s | 281 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Zoe mean?
From Greek 'zoe' (ζωή) meaning 'life'. Adopted by Hellenistic Jews and early Christians as a translation of Eve ('life').
Nicknames for Zoe
- Zo
Variants & spellings
- Zoey
- Zoé
- Zooey
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zoe mean?
Zoe means Life. From Greek 'zoe' (ζωή) meaning 'life'. Adopted by Hellenistic Jews and early Christians as a translation of Eve ('life').
What is the origin of the name Zoe?
Zoe is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Zoe?
Zoe is pronounced “ZOH-ee.”
Is Zoe a boy or a girl name?
Zoe is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Zoe a popular name right now?
Zoe has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2012.
How popular is the name Zoe?
In 2025, Zoe ranked #31 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Zoe most popular?
Zoe was most popular in 2012, when about 6,466 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Zoe?
Common nicknames for Zoe include Zo.
What names are similar to Zoe?
Names similar to Zoe include Chloe, Phoebe, Cleo, Nia.
What names go well with Zoe?
greek names that pair well with Zoe include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.