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Zoe vs Sophie

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

Zoe Rank #29
Sophie Rank #60

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zoe or Sophie more popular?

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

What do Zoe and Sophie mean?

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

Are Zoe and Sophie boy or girl names?

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

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