Zoi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZOE-ee / /ˈzoʊ.i/Greek; Slavic
Meaning
Greek: life; Slavic: God’s gift
Historical & Cultural Background
Zoi is derived from the Greek word for 'life' and has been used in various cultures. In Greek Orthodox tradition, it is often associated with the concept of eternal life. The name has also gained popularity in Slavic countries, where it is sometimes viewed as a variant of the name Zoya. Its usage has spread in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Zoi has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zoya
- Zoy
International Variants
- Zoya (Russian)
- Zoi (Greek)
- Zoe (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zoi was first seen in the United States in 1970. Zoi has ranked as high as #1308 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, Illinois, Missouri, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Zoi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zoi (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 39 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 35 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 25 |