Zhai

Zhai Meaning & Origin

About Zhai
The surname Zhai is of Chinese origin and has multiple meanings depending on the specific characters used to write it. One common interpretation is that it refers to a type of dwelling or house, indicating that the original bearers of the surname may have been associated with a particular type of residence or occupation. Another possible meaning is "vegetable garden," suggesting a connection to agriculture or horticulture. As with many Chinese surnames, the exact meaning can vary based on regional dialects and historical contexts.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Zhai is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Zhai: 806
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 29,334
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.27

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Zhai based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

Ranking information for the surname Zhai is not currently available.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
J
🗽 NYSIIS
ZSA
🔊 Soundex
Z000
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
SH EY1
🌐 IPA
/zhai*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('J', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
Z000

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Zhai in Braille

Here's how to represent Zhai in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Zhai in braille

How to sign the name Zhai using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Zhai using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Zhai in sign language

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