Rising since 2018, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Xai since 1981
Babies named Xai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 13 | 25 |
| 1990s | 7 | 79 |
| 2000s | 0 | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 | 48 |
Meaning & origin
Xai is a rare modern name first recorded in the U.S. in 1983. Its peak year of usage was 1991, after which it became even more uncommon. Since 2018, however, the name has been slowly rising again, though it remains exceptionally rare. In 2025, fewer than 20 boys were named Xai, placing it at rank 8,910 with an incidence of about 1 in 213,510 newborns. The name has no known traditional origins or meanings, and its appeal likely lies in its brevity and the distinctive letter X, making it a choice for parents seeking a truly unique name.
Xai first appears in U.S. records in 1983. It has no clear derivation from established languages and was likely coined as a short, distinctive name influenced by the letter X. Its usage has remained extremely rare, with only a handful of boys given the name each year.
Sibling names for Xai
Names that share Xai's style, for a brother or sister.
