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Zai vs Rai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rai

Boy #3,971 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"trust, reliance"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Indian Arabic American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,971
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Zai Rank #3,946
Rai Rank #3,971

Zai is more popular, ranked #3946 vs #3971 for Rai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zai or Rai more popular?

Zai is more popular, ranked #3946 compared to Rai at #3971 in the United States.

What do Zai and Rai mean?

Zai means "to be, to exist, present" (Chinese (在) origin). Rai means "trust, reliance" (Japanese origin).

Are Zai and Rai boy or girl names?

Zai is primarily a boy name. Rai is primarily a boy name.

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