Does Zoe mean the same thing as Eve?

Yes, both names translate to 'life'; Zoe is the Greek equivalent of the Hebrew name Eve.

Is Zoe a biblical name?

While the name Zoe does not appear in the English Bible, it is the word used for 'life' in the original Greek New Testament.

How do you pronounce the two dots over the 'e'?

The symbol is called a diaeresis; it indicates that the 'o' and 'e' are pronounced as two separate vowels rather than a diphthong.

Name meaning & originZoe Ζωή

/ZOH-ee/

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Zoe is a Greek girl's name pronounced /ZOH-ee/. The name Zoe literally translates to 'life'.

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Meaning of Zoe

The name Zoe literally translates to 'life'.

It originates from the Greek word 'zoē', which refers to the essence of life and living. In the 3rd century, Hellenized Jews translated the Hebrew name Eve (Chavah) to Zoe in the Septuagint. The name was later adopted by early Christians, who associated it with the hope of eternal life.

Origin: Greek
Pronunciation: /ZOH-ee/

Cultural background

While historically popular in Eastern Orthodox traditions, it became a common English-speaking name in the 19th century and remains highly popular globally today.

Variations & nicknames

Zoey
Zoie
Zowey
Zöe
Zoë
Zoa

Famous people named Zoe

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Zoe Saldana
American actress known for roles in Avatar and Guardians of the Galaxy.
Film · Modern
Empress Zoe Porphyrogenita
Byzantine Empress who ruled as a member of the Macedonian dynasty.
Politics · 11th Century
Zoe Kravitz
American actress, singer, and model.
Film · Modern
Zoe Wanamaker
Acclaimed American-British stage and screen actress.
Film · Modern
Zoe Kazan
American actress and screenwriter.
Literature · Modern

Frequently asked about Zoe

Does Zoe mean the same thing as Eve?: Yes, both names translate to 'life'; Zoe is the Greek equivalent of the Hebrew name Eve.
Is Zoe a biblical name?: While the name Zoe does not appear in the English Bible, it is the word used for 'life' in the original Greek New Testament.
How do you pronounce the two dots over the 'e'?: The symbol is called a diaeresis; it indicates that the 'o' and 'e' are pronounced as two separate vowels rather than a diphthong.

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