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Lee vs Heath

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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Heath

Boy #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#852
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lee Rank #715
Heath Rank #852

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #852 for Heath.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Heath more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Heath at #852 in the United States.

What do Lee and Heath mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin).

Are Lee and Heath boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Heath is primarily a boy name.

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