Lee vs Emmitt

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
Emmitt Rank #681

Emmitt is more popular, ranked #681 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Emmitt more popular?

Emmitt is more popular, ranked #681 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Emmitt mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Emmitt means "whole, universal, powerful" (Germanic origin).

Are Lee and Emmitt boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Emmitt is primarily a boy name.

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