Zoe
Meaning: Life — vibrant, joyful, and endlessly alive
Origin: Greek — from zoe (ζωή), meaning life
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #44
Total births: 10,322
History: Zoe surged in the 2000s as a vibrant, energetic name in Australia. The name means 'life' — appropriate for a country that celebrates outdoor living. Zoe represents Australian girls growing up in a country where the beach, the bush, and the backyard are all playgrounds.
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| Current rank (2025) | #19 |
| Babies named Zoe in 2025 | 226 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 10,322 |
| Peak year | 2015 (368 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #8 |
| Years in records | 1981–2025 (44 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 9 spots |
Frequently asked about Zoe
What does the name Zoe mean?
Zoe means “Life — vibrant, joyful, and endlessly alive” from Greek — from zoe (ζωή), meaning life roots.
What is the origin of the name Zoe?
Zoe has Greek — from zoe (ζωή), meaning life origin. The traditional meaning is “Life — vibrant, joyful, and endlessly alive”.
How popular is Zoe in Australia?
Zoe ranked #19 in Australia in 2025 — given to 226 babies that year.
When was Zoe most popular?
Zoe peaked in 2015 with 368 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Zoe a boy or girl name?
Zoe is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Zoes in registered births are female.
How long has Zoe been recorded in Australia?
Zoe appears in birth records in Australia across 44 years — from 1981 through 2025.