Holding steady, #5,722 for girls today.
Popularity of Zoila since 1911
Babies named Zoila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 45 |
| 1920s | 104 |
| 1930s | 105 |
| 1940s | 84 |
| 1950s | 123 |
| 1960s | 160 |
| 1970s | 227 |
| 1980s | 272 |
| 1990s | 269 |
| 2000s | 202 |
| 2010s | 199 |
| 2020s | 114 |
Meaning & origin
Zoila is a name of debated origin, likely connected to the Greek Zoilos and the element 'zoé' meaning life. It has been in use in the United States since at least 1911, with a peak popularity in 1988 when it ranked higher on the charts. As of 2025, Zoila is relatively rare, with an incidence of about 1 in 76,537 births, reflecting its stable but niche presence. The name has not been concentrated in any particular U.S. state, suggesting a broad but sparse distribution. Its trajectory remains steady, neither rising nor falling dramatically, which contributes to its quiet endurance among Spanish-speaking communities and beyond.
Zoila is a name of debated origin, most commonly considered the feminine form of Zoilo, which in turn derives from the Greek Zoilos, a name from the element 'zoé' (life). Some sources connect it to the Greek 'zoion' (animal) or suggest it is a variant of Zoyla. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries since at least the early 20th century, with records in the U.S. dating back to 1911.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zoey, Zoi
Sibling names for Zoila
Names that share Zoila's style, for a brother or sister.
