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Lee vs Cassius

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
Cassius Rank #568

Cassius is more popular, ranked #568 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Cassius more popular?

Cassius is more popular, ranked #568 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Cassius mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin).

Are Lee and Cassius boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Cassius is primarily a boy name.

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