Standard spelling
佐伊
Zuǒ yī
The standard Chinese spelling of Zoe.
- 佐
- to assist; a common name sound
- 伊
- that one (literary); a common name sound
Recognised as Zoe by any Chinese reader; chosen for sound rather than meaning.
Zoe in Chinese
In Chinese, Zoe is written 佐伊 (Zuǒ yī), the standard spelling used in Chinese books, films and news. If you would like a name with meaning, try 卓妍 (Zhuó yán): a Chinese-style name meaning outstanding beauty.
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佐伊
Zuǒ yī
Zoe
Choose by sound or by meaning.
There is no single official spelling of an English name in Chinese. Here is what each option says, character by character.
Name with meaning
卓妍
Zhuó yán
A Chinese-style name meaning outstanding beauty.
- 卓
- outstanding
- 妍
- beauty
Echoes the “Zo” in Zoe and reads like a real Chinese given name.
Single character
卓
Zhuó
A single character meaning excellence.
- 卓
- outstanding
Simple and strong for a small tattoo.
Where Zoe comes from.
Zoe is the Greek word for “life”. It was used by early Christians and by a Byzantine empress.
Famous Zoes in Chinese
- Zoe Saldañaactress, Avatar佐伊·索尔达娜
About Zoe in Chinese
What does the name Zoe mean?
Zoe is the Greek word for “life”. It was used by early Christians and by a Byzantine empress.
How do you say Zoe in Chinese?
Zoe is written 佐伊 and pronounced Zuǒ yī. This is the standard spelling Chinese speakers use for the name. Recognised as Zoe by any Chinese reader; chosen for sound rather than meaning.
What does 卓妍 mean?
卓妍 (Zhuó yán) is a Chinese-style name for Zoe: a Chinese-style name meaning outstanding beauty. 卓 means “outstanding”, 妍 means “beauty”.
Which version of Zoe is best for a tattoo?
佐伊 is how Chinese speakers will read your name. 卓妍 is shorter and every character carries a meaning, which many people prefer for body art. Write it in a readable style such as Kaishu, and show it to a fluent reader before your appointment.