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Zai vs Avett

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

Zai Rank #3,946
Avett Rank #3,874

Avett is more popular, ranked #3874 vs #3946 for Zai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zai or Avett more popular?

Avett is more popular, ranked #3874 compared to Zai at #3946 in the United States.

What do Zai and Avett mean?

Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin). Avett means "modern surname-style name" (American English origin).

Are Zai and Avett boy or girl names?

Zai is primarily a boy name. Avett is primarily a boy name.

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