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Lee vs Dillon

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
Dillon Rank #870

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #870 for Dillon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Dillon more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Lee and Dillon mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Lee and Dillon boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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