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Zoie

Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Zoie: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1994.

Zoie is a modern spelling variant of Zoe, which comes from the Greek word zōē, meaning “life.” In early Christian tradition, Saint Zoe was a Roman martyr, and the name was later revived during the Renaissance. Today, the Zoie form is a stylish, less common alternative to Zoe. A well-known bearer is Canadian actress Zoie Palmer, celebrated for her role in the television series *Lost Girl*. While no prominent places share the exact name, the root zōē echoes through words like “zoology” and “protozoa.” Parents drawn to Zoie often appreciate its fresh, lively feel and the way it distinguishes their child from the more popular Zoe, yet still carries that timeless meaning of vitality and energy.

Girl 2 of 52 years

Peak year
19943 babies
Latest (1997)
#6533 babies
Total births
6since 1994
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1994 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).