Zai
girl name#13208 in 2025Zai entered the US charts in 2001, peaked at #11090 in 2020, ranks #13208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2001–2025
#13208
rank today
#11090
peak (2020)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #15352 |
| 2010s | #15357 |
| 2020s | #13068 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Zai are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Zai is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zai in 2025?
- Zai ranks #13208 among US girl names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zai most popular?
- Zai peaked in 2020, reaching #11090 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zai with classmates?
- Zai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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