Zoee Girl

Popularity: #923 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ZOH-ee //ˈzoʊ.i//

Origin: Hebrew; English

Meaning: life (Hebrew); variation of Zoe (English)

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Zoee is derived from the Greek word "zoē," which translates to "life." This term has its roots in the ancient Greek language, where it was often associated with vitality and existence. The transition of the name into English occurred through the adoption of Greek into Latin, where it was rendered as "vita," and subsequently influenced various European languages.

The spelling "Zoee" is a modern variation that reflects contemporary naming practices, but its essence remains tied to the original Greek meaning. Historically, the name has been linked to early Christian texts, where the concept of life was significant in theological discussions.

The term "zoē" appears in the New Testament, particularly in the writings of early Church Fathers, emphasizing spiritual life and eternal existence. This connection to religious texts has given the name a certain gravitas, as it embodies themes of life and resurrection, which were central to early Christian beliefs.

Over the centuries, variations of the name have appeared in different cultures, often reflecting local linguistic adaptations. Culturally, the name Zoee and its variants have been embraced in various traditions, symbolizing not just physical life but also spiritual vitality.

The name resonates with themes of renewal and hope, making it a meaningful choice in many contexts. Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Zoe" have been historically significant, appearing in literature and art, further embedding the name within cultural narratives.

The enduring nature of the name reflects its deep-rooted associations with life and existence, making it a timeless choice across generations.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Zoee was first seen in the United States in 1991.

Zoee has ranked as high as #3154 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

In the past 5 years the name Zoee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Zoee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Zoee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Zoee.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 25 25
2024 25 25
2023 33 33
2022 42 42
2021 43 43
2020 47 47
2019 61 61
2018 63 63
2017 68 68
2016 91 91
2015 66 66
2014 106 106
2013 103 103
2012 116 116
2011 104 104
2010 111 111
2009 97 97
2008 93 93
2007 80 80
2006 87 87
2005 77 77
2004 93 93
2003 87 87
2002 76 76
2001 73 73
2000 54 54
1999 55 55
1998 40 40
1997 30 30
1996 31 31
1995 10 10
1994 15 15
1993 14 14
1992 7 7
1991 5 5

Top States for Zoee (2020)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 7
39%
CA 6
33%
OH 5
28%