Zai
UnisexZai has been given to 318 babies in the U.S. since 2001. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 85,404 boys was named Zai.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
318
Peak year
2023 (33 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2001
10-year trend
▲ +189%
Gender split
22% girls / 78% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Zai — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Zai.
Sibling name ideas for Zai
Same era and popularity as Zai, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Zai?
Zai has been given to 318 babies in the U.S. since 2001. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Zai peak?
Zai peaked in 2023, when 33 babies were given the name.
Is Zai a girl or boy name?
Zai is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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