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Jayson 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

Jayson Rank #623
Lee Rank #715

Jayson is more popular, ranked #623 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayson or Lee more popular?

Jayson is more popular, ranked #623 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Jayson and Lee mean?

Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Jayson and Lee boy or girl names?

Jayson is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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