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Johnathan 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

Johnathan Rank #518
Lee Rank #715

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnathan or Lee more popular?

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Johnathan and Lee mean?

Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Johnathan and Lee boy or girl names?

Johnathan is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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