Zoey
girl name#69 in 2025Zoey entered the US charts in 1967, peaked at #20 in 2012, ranks #69 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1967–2025
#69
rank today
#20
peak (2012)
3,427
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6042 |
| 1970s | #6487 |
| 1980s | #5810 |
| 1990s | #1168 |
| 2000s | #203 |
| 2010s | #28 |
| 2020s | #49 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zoey has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 115,000 people named Zoey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zoey is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zoey in 2025?
- Zoey ranks #69 among US girl names in 2025, with 3,427 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zoey most popular?
- Zoey peaked in 2012, reaching #20 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zoey with classmates?
- Zoey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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