Zoya: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: z-ohy-ah
Origin: Greece
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Life

Zoya is a name with deep roots in Eastern European cultures, particularly in Bulgaria, and Belarus. It is a variant of the Greek name Zoe, meaning "life. " Zoya symbolizes life and vitality, with historical associations that may imply resilience, particularly through figures like Zoya Kosmodemyanskaya. It gained significant popularity in Russia at the beginning of the 20th century and has since become an inspiration for its timeless and energetic spirit. The name Zoya has been associated with graceful, courageous women who embody the essence of life and its limitless potential.

Zoya Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Zoya is currently #1615 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Zoya is currently #889 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Zoya is currently #772 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Zoya is currently #406 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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