Lee vs Crue

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
Crue Rank #631

Crue is more popular, ranked #631 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Crue more popular?

Crue is more popular, ranked #631 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Crue mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Crue means "increase, growth" (Old French origin).

Are Lee and Crue boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Crue is primarily a boy name.

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