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Gunner 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

Gunner Rank #520
Lee Rank #715

Gunner is more popular, ranked #520 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gunner or Lee more popular?

Gunner is more popular, ranked #520 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Gunner and Lee mean?

Gunner means "bold warrior" (Old Norse origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Gunner and Lee boy or girl names?

Gunner is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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