Chai vs Mayan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Popularity Comparison

Chai Rank #5,960
Mayan Rank #6,075

Chai is more popular, ranked #5960 vs #6075 for Mayan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chai or Mayan more popular?

Chai is more popular, ranked #5960 compared to Mayan at #6075 in the United States.

What do Chai and Mayan mean?

Chai means "life, alive" (Hebrew origin). Mayan means "spring of water, water gift" (Hebrew origin).

Are Chai and Mayan boy or girl names?

Chai is primarily a boy name. Mayan is primarily a boy name.

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