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Sophie vs Zoe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zoe

Girl #29 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"life"

Origin: Greek zoe

Cultural Roots

Greek English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#29
Total SSA Count
5,719
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sophie Rank #60
Zoe Rank #29

Zoe is more popular, ranked #29 vs #60 for Sophie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sophie or Zoe more popular?

Zoe is more popular, ranked #29 compared to Sophie at #60 in the United States.

What do Sophie and Zoe mean?

Sophie means "skill, knowledge" (Greek origin). Zoe means "life" (Greek zoe origin).

Are Sophie and Zoe boy or girl names?

Sophie is primarily a girl name. Zoe is primarily a girl name.

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