Lai
boy nameLai entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #3858 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#3858
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5044 |
| 1990s | #5942 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lai are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lai alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lai in 2025?
- Lai is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lai most popular?
- Lai peaked in 1981, reaching #3858 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lai with classmates?
- Lai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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