Zoe Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZOH-ee / /ˈzoʊ.i/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: life; Hebrew: to live
Historical & Cultural Background
Zoe is derived from the Greek word 'zoē', meaning life. It has been used as a given name since the early Christian era, symbolizing spiritual life. In Hebrew, it is associated with the concept of living or being alive. The name has gained popularity in various cultures and has been used for both genders, though it is predominantly feminine.
Trend Summary
Zoe has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zoey
- Zohie
International Variants
- Zoe (English)
- Zoé (French)
- Zoi (Greek)
- Zohar (Hebrew)
Famous people named Zoe
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Fictional characters named Zoe
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zoe was first seen in the United States in 1970. Zoe has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Kentucky, District of Columbia, Georgia, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Zoe has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zoe (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 25 |