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Zoe

American  
[zoh-ee, zoh] / ˈzoʊ i, zoʊ /
Or Zoë

noun

  1. a female given name: from a Greek word meaning “life.”


Example Sentences

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The phenomenon is fueling online debates, said Zoe Belcour, a theater content creator with more than half a million followers across platforms.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Another onlooker, 18-year-old Zoe Perez, was on the verge of tears.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The Met also announced a gala "host committee" led by Saint Laurent designer Anthony Vaccarello and actress Zoe Kravitz.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

"The prospect of a bespoke stadium, built exclusively for women's players, staff and supporters, is incredibly exciting," said the club's managing director of women's and girls' football, Zoe Johnson.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“Natalie, before you talk to Zoe, I have to confess something,” she told Mom as she stood up from her seat, dropping my phone on the chair.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks