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Zoe
Zoe Zoe is a name of vibrant vitality and unadorned directness — it says exactly what it means and so do the characters who bear it. Characters named Zoe tend to be energetic, spirited, and honest, often serving as a breath of fresh air in an ensemble or as protagonists who approach life with an appetite that drives the plot forward. The name works well across contemporary fiction, YA, and science fiction.
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