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Lee vs Johnathan

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
Johnathan Rank #518

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Johnathan more popular?

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Johnathan mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lee and Johnathan boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Johnathan is primarily a boy name.

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