Zowie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZOH-ee / /ˈzoʊ.i/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is my strength; Hebrew: to shine
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Zowie is often considered a modern variant of Zoe, which has roots in the Greek word for life. In Hebrew, the name Zowie can be interpreted as a derivative of the name Zohar, meaning brightness or radiance. The name has gained popularity in contemporary culture, often associated with vibrant and lively personalities.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zoe
- Zohie
International Variants
- Zoe (Greek)
- Zohar (Hebrew)
Famous people named Zowie
Zowie Bowie — musician.
Zowie B. — artist.
Fictional characters named Zowie
Zowie — animated series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zowie was first seen in the United States in 1992. Zowie has ranked as high as #1256 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Zowie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zowie (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 46 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 49 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2024 | 5 |