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Clyde 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

Clyde Rank #728
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #728 for Clyde.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Clyde at #728 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Lee mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Clyde and Lee boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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