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Boone vs Lee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Boone Rank #535
Lee Rank #715

Boone is more popular, ranked #535 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boone or Lee more popular?

Boone is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Boone and Lee mean?

Boone means "good, blessing" (Old French origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Boone and Lee boy or girl names?

Boone is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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