Zoya is a girl's name of Russian origin meaning “Life; Greek/Hebrew origin meaning "alive" or "living one".” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. As of 2023, Zoya ranks #854 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #787 in 2022.
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ZOY-ah
Phonetic spelling
Currently #854 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Zoya means “Life; Greek/Hebrew origin meaning "alive" or "living one".” It is a girl's name of Russian origin.
Zoya is pronounced ZOY-ah.
Zoya is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Zoya currently ranks #854 among girls' names in the United States.
Middle names that pair well with Zoya include Zoya Rose, Zoya Grace, Zoya Marie, Zoya Jane.
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