Zoey
Zoey is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Life.
Origin and history
Zoey is a modern English spelling variant of the classic Greek name Zoe. It derives from the Greek word for 'life' and gained significant popularity in the United States during the early 21st century. Today, it stands as a mainstream and vibrant choice for modern American parents.
Popularity in the United States
115,332 babies in the United States have been named Zoey since 1880. It ranks #335 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #48.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.4 %)
- TX (9.1 %)
- FL (5.3 %)
- NY (4.3 %)
- OH (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 76 |
| 1980-1990 | 90 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,556 |
| 2000-2010 | 21,408 |
| 2010-2019 | 64,974 |
| 2020-2029 | 26,222 |
Famous people named Zoey
- Zoey Deutch: Actress
- Zoey Deschanel: Actress, Musician
Fun facts
- The 'Zoey' spelling emerged as an extremely popular alternative to the traditional 'Zoe' in the late 1990s and 2000s.
- The name directly translates from the ancient Greek word for physical life and vitality.