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Chasen vs Zai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zai

Boy #3,946 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to be, to exist, present"

Origin: Chinese (在)

Cultural Roots

Chinese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,946
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Chasen Rank #3,803
Zai Rank #3,946

Chasen is more popular, ranked #3803 vs #3946 for Zai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chasen or Zai more popular?

Chasen is more popular, ranked #3803 compared to Zai at #3946 in the United States.

What do Chasen and Zai mean?

Chasen means "hunter" (Old French via English origin). Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin).

Are Chasen and Zai boy or girl names?

Chasen is primarily a boy name. Zai is primarily a boy name.

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