Girl Name · Greek Origin
Zoey
Zoey 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 Zoey often also consider Zoe.
Zoey meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Life
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Zoey to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Zoey as Z·O·E·Y, with 4 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Zoey is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Zoey variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Zoeya, Zoeye, Zoeyy.
- Nicknames: Zoey works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Zoey with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Zoey middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Zoe, Zoya, Zona, Zola, Zora pair naturally with Zoey.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Zoey
What does the name Zoey mean?
Zoey means "Life" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Zoey?
Zoey originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Zoey?
Zoey has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Zoey a boy's or girl's name?
Zoey is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Zoey in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Zoey sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Zoey?
Names that share Zoey's sound and style include Zoe, Zoya, Zona, Zola, Zora.
What middle names pair well with Zoey?
Good middle-name fits for Zoey pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Zoey is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Zoey is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Zoey?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Zoey share its rhythm without rhyming — Zoe, Zoya, Zona all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.