Modern creation, possibly related to Zakai meaning pure or clear.
Jakhai is a contemporary American name likely developed as a phonetic variant of the Hebrew name Zakai or Zaccai. It follows modern naming trends that favor the 'J' prefix and the 'ai' vowel ending. While its exact etymology is not established, it is often associated with meanings of purity or innocence.
Less common today
Jakhai isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,846 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).