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Zoia

Gender: Girl
Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Life
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Zoia Meaning and Origin
Zoia is a girl’s name of Slavic origin, meaning “life.” In Greek, the name is a variant of the name Zoe, which means “life” or “alive.” In Slavic languages such as Russian, Ukrainian, and Bulgarian, Zoia is a variant of the name Zoya, which means “life” or “vivacious.” Zoia is a relatively uncommon name, but it has been used in various cultures and countries throughout history. Notable bearers of the name include the Russian figure skater Zoia Demina and the Ukrainian poet Zoia Hornostai.