Zoey

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Life

Background: The name Zoey originates from the Greek word 'zoē,' which means 'life.' This name has been used in various forms and has gained popularity in different cultures and contexts.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#342
Total births
112,080
Most popular decade
2010s (195,132 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-37 ranks)
Years in Top 100
17
First recorded year
1967

Gender usage

0.2% male 99.8% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1991
First year births
7
First year rank
#6,518
Peak year
2006
Peak year births
17
Peak rank
#5,072
Most recent year
2023
Recent year births
5
Recent rank
#12,230

Female

First year
1967
First year births
6
First year rank
#6,042
Peak year
2012
Peak year births
7,481
Peak rank
#20
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
3,600
Recent rank
#59

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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