Girl · 29th of 30,306
Zoey
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
112,080
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2012
Peak Popularity Year
7,490
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Zoey stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Zoey is a name of Greek origin that means 'life'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek 'zoē' to the Latin 'Zoe' and then to the modern form 'Zoey'. The name is associated with traits of vibrancy and youthfulness. It does not have biblical relevance, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in the U.S.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈzoʊ.i/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Zoey is derived from the Greek word 'zoē', meaning 'life'. It has been used as a feminine given name since the early 20th century.
Meaning
life
Language Evolution
Zoē (Ancient Greek), Zoe (Latin), Zoey (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Zoe, Zoi, Zoya
Modern Popularity & Image
Zoey is viewed as a trendy and vibrant name, often associated with youthfulness and energy.
Famous People
Zoey Deutch, an American actress, Zoey 101, a popular television show character
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 7,490 peak births in 2012
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 26 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11609th of 16616 | 21 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7586th of 24088 | 141 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10917th of 23106 | 62 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7733rd of 19264 | 81 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1772nd of 27321 | 1,197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 129th of 35406 | 41,962 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 29th of 30306 | 68,616 |