Zay vs Cylas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zay

Boy #2,854 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"light, radiance"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,854
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Cylas

Boy #2,759 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the forest, woodland dweller"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,759
Total SSA Count
47
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Zay Rank #2,854
Cylas Rank #2,759

Cylas is more popular, ranked #2759 vs #2854 for Zay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zay or Cylas more popular?

Cylas is more popular, ranked #2759 compared to Zay at #2854 in the United States.

What do Zay and Cylas mean?

Zay means "light, radiance" (Arabic origin). Cylas means "of the forest, woodland dweller" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Zay and Cylas boy or girl names?

Zay is primarily a boy name. Cylas is primarily a boy name.

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