Gender: Unisex
Origin: Chinese
Pronunciation: Zoh, /ʒoʊ/, ZH UW
Popularity Rank: #15,543
This name is of Chinese origin and is typically used as a surname. It can also be used as a given name for both boys and girls. The meaning of Zhou can vary depending on the characters used to write it, but it is often associated with the concept of 'circle' or 'cycle'.
The name Zhou is of Chinese origin. It is often used as a Unisex name and is mostly used as a Last Name.
Zhou is commonly found in China, Singapore, Italy, and 65 more countries.
Phonetic Pronunciation: Zoh
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet): /ʒoʊ/
ARPAbet Phonetic Pronunciation: ZH UW
ZH: Pronounce as in "measure" (M EH ZH ER)
UW: Pronounce as in "blue" (B L UW)
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At NamesLook, the name Zhou is recorded 2,875 times globally, ranking it as the 15,543th most common name worldwide.
Zhou is most prevalent in China, with 760 occurrences, making it the 97th most popular name in the country.
In China, the name Zhou is found among 1 in every 192 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| China | #97 | 1 : 192 |
| Singapore | #669 | 1 : 981 |
| Italy | #4,705 | 1 : 3,929 |
| Hong Kong | #1,441 | 1 : 2,176 |
| United States of America | #10,389 | 1 : 9,325 |
| Malaysia | #8,926 | 1 : 17,309 |
| United Kingdom | #5,623 | 1 : 4,939 |
| France | #10,125 | 1 : 13,172 |
| Spain | #6,406 | 1 : 8,042 |
| Canada | #5,296 | 1 : 5,330 |
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Last Updated: June 8, 2024 07:24 PM (GMT + 5.30)
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