Corey 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

Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Zai Rank #3,946

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #3946 for Zai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Zai more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Zai at #3946 in the United States.

What do Corey and Zai mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin).

Are Corey and Zai boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Zai is primarily a boy name.

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