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Layton 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

Layton Rank #693
Lee Rank #715

Layton is more popular, ranked #693 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layton or Lee more popular?

Layton is more popular, ranked #693 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Layton and Lee mean?

Layton means "herb farm, meadow settlement" (Old English origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Layton and Lee boy or girl names?

Layton is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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