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Lee vs Bode

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
Bode Rank #805

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #805 for Bode.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Bode more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Bode at #805 in the United States.

What do Lee and Bode mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Bode means "messenger, herald" (Germanic origin).

Are Lee and Bode boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Bode is primarily a boy name.

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