Holding steady.
Popularity of Zoua since 1981
Babies named Zoua per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 59 |
| 1990s | 83 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Zoua is a rare and modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1981, a time when many parents were experimenting with creative spellings and novel coinages. The name saw its highest usage in 1992, but even then it never approached the top 1,000, remaining a truly uncommon choice. Over the decades, Zoua has maintained a stable, low-level presence, used only a handful of times each year. Its origins are unclear; it may be a variation of Zoa, itself a name of uncertain derivation, or a completely original invention. While no top states are associated with Zoua due to its rarity, it reflects a broader trend of distinctive, vowel-ending names that appeal to modern parents seeking individuality.
Zoua first appeared in U.S. records in 1981, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a respelling or variant of Zoa, a name of uncertain origin, or simply a creative invention. Its peak usage occurred in 1992, and it has remained in occasional use since.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Zoa
Sibling names for Zoua
Names that share Zoua's style, for a brother or sister.
