Lee vs Alvin

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
Alvin Rank #792

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #792 for Alvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Alvin more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Alvin at #792 in the United States.

What do Lee and Alvin mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin).

Are Lee and Alvin boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Alvin is primarily a boy name.

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