British 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

British Rank #36,944
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #36944 for British.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is British or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to British at #36944 in the United States.

What do British and Lee mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are British and Lee boy or girl names?

British is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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