Lai
Pronunciation: [ l-EYE ]
Lai is a boy baby name. Ranked #11,300 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lai first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 25 babies have been named Lai in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lai is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,300 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #11,300
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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Lai is also used as a girl name, ranked #36341.
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About the Name Lai
Lai is a boy name .
Is Lai a boy or girl name? Lai is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #11,300 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,341. Lai is more commonly used as a boy name.
Lai is currently ranked #11,300 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Lai include Laith, Laine, Laiken . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis