Kenai 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

Kenai Rank #770
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #770 for Kenai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenai or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Kenai at #770 in the United States.

What do Kenai and Lee mean?

Kenai means "flat land" (Dena'ina Athabascan origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Kenai and Lee boy or girl names?

Kenai is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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