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Lee vs Allan

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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Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#854
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lee Rank #715
Allan Rank #854

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #854 for Allan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Allan more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Allan at #854 in the United States.

What do Lee and Allan mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Lee and Allan boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Allan is primarily a boy name.

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