Zoie is the phonetic respelling of Zoe — one of the most popular pet names in the country — and its ranking here at 1938 is almost certainly a registry artifact. The underlying name, Zoe, means "life" in Greek, and it's been one of the top pet names for years. Zoie is simply how some owners spelled it on the form.
The Zoe Spelling Landscape
The Zoe/Zoey/Zoie/Zooey cluster is a well-documented spelling proliferation in both baby and pet naming. Zoe and Zoey are the dominant forms. Zoie, with the -ie ending that borrows from names like Callie and Rosie, is a minority variant that reads slightly more playful and soft. It's one spelling decision that changes almost nothing about how the name sounds or feels in daily use.
Why Zoe Works for Pets
Two syllables, bright Z opening, open vowel ending — Zoe is nearly the ideal pet name structurally. It's easy to call at volume, doesn't blur with common commands, and has enough personality to stand alone without a longer formal version. It suits almost every breed and coat, which explains its enduring popularity. Browse Labrador Retriever name lists to see how often it places.
Counter-Reading: The Spelling Will Always Need Clarifying
Every vet visit, every groomer appointment: "Is that Z-O-E or Z-O-E-Y?" Zoie owners add a third answer to that loop. For owners who have strong feelings about the -ie ending, that's a minor administrative tax worth paying. For everyone else, the standard Zoe spelling accomplishes the same thing with less friction.