NAME PROFILE
Zooey
Derived from Hebrew and Arabic roots meaning wise, knowing, or excellent; it represents an intuitive spirit radiating natural wisdom and a spark of brilliance.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,106 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2012 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 2009 |
| Most recent | 2023 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 42%TX — 26%FL — 16%NY — 10%MI — 6%
Notable People
Jaidah Turay (Model and Influencer) · Jada Pinkett Smith (Actress, The Matrix) · Jada Crawley (Philanthropist) · Jada Yuan (Journalist, New York Magazine) · Jada Facer (Actress and Singer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
JaiJJ
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