Declining since 2013, #5,099 for girls today.
Popularity of Zoi since 1970
Babies named Zoi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 74 |
| 2000s | 303 |
| 2010s | 340 |
| 2020s | 149 |
Meaning & origin
Zoi is a modern respelling of Zoe, a Greek name meaning 'life'. While Zoe has been a classic name for centuries, the Zoi variant emerged more recently. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1970, but remained rare for decades. Its peak popularity came in 2010, after which it has been declining, particularly since 2013. By 2025, it ranked 5,099, with only about 1 in 64,291 girls receiving the name. This makes it an uncommon choice for parents who like the sound of Zoe but prefer a less common spelling. The simplicity and clean spelling of Zoi appeal to those looking for a modern twist on a timeless meaning.
Zoi is a modern English respelling of Zoe, derived from the Greek word ζωή (zōē) meaning 'life'. The name Zoe has been used since early Christian times, often given to girls born around Easter, symbolizing new life. The spelling Zoi emerged as a simplified, diacritic-free variant in English-speaking countries.
“Zoi” around the world
Where Zoi lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zo
Sibling names for Zoi
Names that share Zoi's style, for a brother or sister.
