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Lee vs Alfred

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

Lee Rank #715
Alfred Rank #839

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #839 for Alfred.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Alfred more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Alfred at #839 in the United States.

What do Lee and Alfred mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Alfred means "wise counselor" (Old English origin).

Are Lee and Alfred boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Alfred is primarily a boy name.

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