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Lee vs Gunner

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
Gunner Rank #520

Gunner is more popular, ranked #520 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Gunner more popular?

Gunner is more popular, ranked #520 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Gunner mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Gunner means "bold warrior" (Old Norse origin).

Are Lee and Gunner boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Gunner is primarily a boy name.

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