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Zai vs Cohan

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
Cohan Rank #3,804

Cohan is more popular, ranked #3804 vs #3946 for Zai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zai or Cohan more popular?

Cohan is more popular, ranked #3804 compared to Zai at #3946 in the United States.

What do Zai and Cohan mean?

Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin). Cohan means "hound, warrior" (Old Irish origin).

Are Zai and Cohan boy or girl names?

Zai is primarily a boy name. Cohan is primarily a boy name.

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