Zoey
Zoey is a modern spelling variation of Zoe, derived from the Greek word meaning 'life.' The name has ancient roots in early Christianity, where it was used as a translation of Eve, symbolizing vitality and spiritual life.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 3,296. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 6,407
- 2012: 7,482
- 2013: 7,258
- 2014: 7,440
- 2015: 6,977
- 2016: 6,481
- 2017: 6,077
- 2018: 5,946
- 2019: 5,686
- 2020: 5,388
- 2021: 5,217
- 2022: 4,516
- 2023: 4,061
- 2024: 3,613
- 2025: 3,427
- 2026 (projected): 3,296
Good to Know
- •The 'ey' spelling is more contemporary than the traditional 'Zoe'
- •Easy to pronounce and spell in English-speaking countries
- •Short and sweet but feels complete without needing a longer formal version
- •Works well across different ages from childhood through adulthood
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Zoey Tur
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Statistics
115,332
Total births since 1880
2012
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