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Zai vs Homer

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
Homer Rank #4,124

Zai is more popular, ranked #3946 vs #4124 for Homer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zai or Homer more popular?

Zai is more popular, ranked #3946 compared to Homer at #4124 in the United States.

What do Zai and Homer mean?

Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin). Homer means "pledge, hostage" (Greek origin).

Are Zai and Homer boy or girl names?

Zai is primarily a boy name. Homer is primarily a boy name.

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