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Ami vs Chai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ami

Boy #6,047 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"my people"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Jewish French Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,047
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Chai

Boy #5,960 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"life, alive"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Israeli Hebrew Indian (via tea culture)

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,960
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ami Rank #6,047
Chai Rank #5,960

Chai is more popular, ranked #5960 vs #6047 for Ami.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ami or Chai more popular?

Chai is more popular, ranked #5960 compared to Ami at #6047 in the United States.

What do Ami and Chai mean?

Ami means "my people" (Hebrew origin). Chai means "life, alive" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ami and Chai boy or girl names?

Ami is primarily a boy name. Chai is primarily a boy name.

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