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Zoey
Meaning: life (variant of Zoe) · Origin: English (from Greek) · Gender: usually a girl's name
Origin & history
An English spelling of Zoe, from Greek zōē, 'life'. Zoe was used by early Christians and was the name of an 11th-century Byzantine empress.
Famous people named Zoey
- Zoey Deutch (actor)
Nicknames
Zo
Variants & related names
Zoe, Zoë, Zoie
Zoey name art
A free preview of a printable “Zoey” poster with its meaning — great for a nursery, a birthday or a gift.
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FAQ
What does the name Zoey mean?
Zoey means “life (variant of Zoe)”. It comes from English (from Greek).
Is Zoey a popular name?
Yes — Zoey has been one of the most popular girls' names in the United States in the 2020s, according to US Social Security Administration baby-name data.
What are nicknames for Zoey?
Zo.
What are other forms of Zoey?
Zoe, Zoë, Zoie.
Similar names
Poppy · Evie · Millie · Rosie · Faith · Hailey
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Sources: standard name etymology references (e.g. Behind the Name, Oxford Dictionary of First Names); popularity from US SSA and UK ONS baby-name data. Meanings of old names are often debated — where scholars disagree we say so.