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Lee vs Jonas

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
Jonas Rank #557

Jonas is more popular, ranked #557 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Jonas more popular?

Jonas is more popular, ranked #557 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Jonas mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Jonas means "dove" (Hebrew Yonah (יוֹנָה) origin).

Are Lee and Jonas boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Jonas is primarily a boy name.

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