Lamelo 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

Lamelo Rank #6,027
Zai Rank #3,946

Zai is more popular, ranked #3946 vs #6027 for Lamelo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamelo or Zai more popular?

Zai is more popular, ranked #3946 compared to Lamelo at #6027 in the United States.

What do Lamelo and Zai mean?

Lamelo means "gift of God (via Carmelo root)" (American/Hebrew blend origin). Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin).

Are Lamelo and Zai boy or girl names?

Lamelo is primarily a boy name. Zai is primarily a boy name.

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