Emery vs Lee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emery

Boy #825 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"home power, ruler of work"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#825
Total SSA Count
302
Syllables
3
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

Emery Rank #825
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #825 for Emery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emery or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Emery at #825 in the United States.

What do Emery and Lee mean?

Emery means "home power, ruler of work" (Germanic origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Emery and Lee boy or girl names?

Emery is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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