Lee vs Dennis

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
Dennis Rank #708

Dennis is more popular, ranked #708 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Dennis more popular?

Dennis is more popular, ranked #708 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Dennis mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin).

Are Lee and Dennis boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Dennis is primarily a boy name.

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