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Lee vs Garrett

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
Garrett Rank #563

Garrett is more popular, ranked #563 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Garrett more popular?

Garrett is more popular, ranked #563 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Garrett mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Lee and Garrett boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Garrett is primarily a boy name.

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