Life or tea
In Hebrew, Chai is a significant word and name meaning 'life,' often associated with the 'Am Yisrael Chai' toast. Separately, in many cultures across Asia and the Middle East, Chai is the word for 'tea,' derived from Chinese roots. As a given name, it is rare in the United States and carries a sense of vitality or cultural heritage.
Less common today
Chai isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,978 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Thai-Australian actor known for 'The New Legends of Monkey'
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