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Lee vs Jayson

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
Jayson Rank #623

Jayson is more popular, ranked #623 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Jayson more popular?

Jayson is more popular, ranked #623 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Jayson mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin).

Are Lee and Jayson boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Jayson is primarily a boy name.

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