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Lee vs Amos

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
Amos Rank #699

Amos is more popular, ranked #699 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Amos more popular?

Amos is more popular, ranked #699 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Amos mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lee and Amos boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Amos is primarily a boy name.

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