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Lee vs Conor

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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Conor

Boy #709 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of hounds, hound-desiring"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#709
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lee Rank #715
Conor Rank #709

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Conor more popular?

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Conor mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Lee and Conor boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Conor is primarily a boy name.

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