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Lee vs Ford

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
Ford Rank #571

Ford is more popular, ranked #571 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Ford more popular?

Ford is more popular, ranked #571 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Ford mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Ford means "shallow river crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Lee and Ford boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Ford is primarily a boy name.

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