Dennis 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

Dennis Rank #708
Lee Rank #715

Dennis is more popular, ranked #708 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dennis or Lee more popular?

Dennis is more popular, ranked #708 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Lee mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Dennis and Lee boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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