Declining since 2022, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Xoe since 1997
Babies named Xoe per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 144 |
| 2010s | 234 |
| 2020s | 183 |
Meaning & origin
Xoe is an alternative spelling of Zoe, the Greek name for 'life'. In the United States, Xoe first appeared on the Social Security Administration's records in 1997, and its peak popularity came in 2009. The name has been falling in usage since 2022, and in 2025 it ranked #5238, with about 1 in 66,969 newborns assigned the name. The alternate spelling is most prevalent in Texas, the top state for Xoe. While Zoe remains the dominant form, Xoe appeals to parents seeking a distinctively spelled yet familiar name with ancient Greek roots.
Xoe is a nonstandard spelling of Zoe, which derives from the Greek word ζωή (zōē) meaning 'life'. Zoe was adopted by early Christians as a translation of the Hebrew name Eve, symbolizing the spiritual life brought by Christ. The spelling Xoe emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend toward unique, x-initial variants.
Where Xoe is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Xoe
Names that share Xoe's style, for a brother or sister.
