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Zai vs Egan

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
Egan Rank #4,015

Zai is more popular, ranked #3946 vs #4015 for Egan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zai or Egan more popular?

Zai is more popular, ranked #3946 compared to Egan at #4015 in the United States.

What do Zai and Egan mean?

Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin). Egan means "little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Zai and Egan boy or girl names?

Zai is primarily a boy name. Egan is primarily a boy name.

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