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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Life (via Zoë, from Greek ζωή)
- Origin
- Ancient Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ZOH-ee
Zoey is the popular modern spelling of Zoë, a Greek name meaning "life," pronounced ZOH-ee. It's a classic, timeless-style girl's name, with U.S. records on it going back to 1967. If the Greek root and that clean, contemporary spelling both appeal to you, Zoey checks both boxes.
Meaning & Origin of Zoey
Meaning: Life (via Zoë, from Greek ζωή).
Origin: Ancient Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Zoey
ZOH-eeIPA /ˈzoʊi/
Popularity of Zoey
Zoey hit its high point at #20 in 2012, when 7,481 girls were given the name, and has since eased to #59 in 2024 with 3,600 babies named Zoey that year.
Names Like Zoey
These names share Zoey’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Zoey mean?
Life (via Zoë, from Greek ζωή). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Zoey?
Zoey is pronounced ZOH-ee (IPA: /ˈzoʊi/).
Is Zoey a popular name right now?
Zoey peaked at #20 in 2012 and is ranked #59 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1967–2024.)
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