Girl Name · Greek Origin
Zoe
Zoe is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Life". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Zoe often also consider Zoey.
Zoe meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Life
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Zoe to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Zoe as Z·O·E, with 3 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Zoe is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Zoe variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Zoea, Zoee, Zoey.
- Nicknames: Zoe works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Zoe with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Zoe middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Zoey, Zoya, Zona, Zola, Zora pair naturally with Zoe.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Zoe
What does the name Zoe mean?
Zoe means "Life" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Zoe?
Zoe originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Zoe?
Zoe has 3 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Zoe a boy's or girl's name?
Zoe is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Zoe in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Zoe sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Zoe?
Names that share Zoe's sound and style include Zoey, Zoya, Zona, Zola, Zora.
What middle names pair well with Zoe?
Good middle-name fits for Zoe pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Zoe is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Zoe is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Zoe?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Zoe share its rhythm without rhyming — Zoey, Zoya, Zona all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.