Lee vs Darian

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
Darian Rank #903

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #903 for Darian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Darian more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Darian at #903 in the United States.

What do Lee and Darian mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Darian means "gift, wealthy possessor" (Persian origin).

Are Lee and Darian boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Darian is primarily a boy name.

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