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Garrett 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

Garrett Rank #563
Lee Rank #715

Garrett is more popular, ranked #563 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garrett or Lee more popular?

Garrett is more popular, ranked #563 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Garrett and Lee mean?

Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Garrett and Lee boy or girl names?

Garrett is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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