Zoila as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Zoila

What is the meaning of the name Zoila ?

The baby name Zoila is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced ZOH-ee-lah (English) — /ˈzoʊ.i.lə/,soh-EE-lah (Spanish) — /soˈila/.

Zoila is Greek in Origin.

Zoila is a Spanish feminine given name formed as the counterpart to Zoilo, from Greek Zoilos (Latin Zoilus), ultimately connected to the element zoe, "life." The name thus carries meanings like "full of life" and "vital," sharing its root with Zoe. Phonetically straightforward in Spanish, it blends classical Greek heritage with Iberian usage.

Use gained ground in Spain through devotion to Saint Zoilus of Cordoba and spread across the Hispanic world, especially in Latin America, during the 19th and 20th centuries. Documented variants include Zoyla and the affectionate Zoilita; related forms are Zoe/Zoë/Zoey, while the masculine is Zoilo. Although less common today than in previous generations, Zoila retains a dignified, vintage character and is occasionally revived for its clear meaning and cross-cultural ease. The name appears in Hispanic literature and public life, often borne by educators, artists, and activists, reinforcing its lively, steadfast connotations.