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Zai vs Cylus

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
Cylus Rank #3,882

Cylus is more popular, ranked #3882 vs #3946 for Zai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zai or Cylus more popular?

Cylus is more popular, ranked #3882 compared to Zai at #3946 in the United States.

What do Zai and Cylus mean?

Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin). Cylus means "man of the forest" (Latin origin).

Are Zai and Cylus boy or girl names?

Zai is primarily a boy name. Cylus is primarily a boy name.

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