Berg vs Lee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Lee

Boy #715 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"meadow, woodland clearing"

Origin: Old English leah

Cultural Roots

English American Chinese (as Li) Korean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#715
Total SSA Count
370
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Lee mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Berg and Lee boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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