Zoe
Zoe is a name of Greek origin. In the early Christian church, it was a translation of Eve. Zoe was the name of a 4th-century saint, Zoe of Rome.
Zoe Meaning
Life
Historical Significance
Zoe was the name of two Byzantine empresses. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century.
Fun Fact
In the Greek translation of the Bible, Adam named his wife Zoe, which later became Eve in English translations.
Literature Reference
Zoe Glass is a character in Jodi Picoult’s novel ‘Vanishing Acts’.
Music Reference
Zoe Boyle played the character Lavinia Swire in the TV series ‘Downton Abbey’, which features a notable musical score.
Famous Namesakes
- Zoe Saldana: Actress, known for Avatar, Guardians of the Galaxy
- Zoe Kravitz: Actress, Singer, known for Big Little Lies, The Batman
Similar Names
Zoey, Chloe, Zara, Zofia, Zora
Zoe Nicknames
Zo, Zozo
Related Names
Sibling Names
Chloe, Sophia, Olivia, Emma, Ava, Mia, Ethan, Noah, Liam, Mason, Lucas, Oliver, Alexander, Elijah, Benjamin, William