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Lee vs Keaton

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
Keaton Rank #844

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #844 for Keaton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Keaton more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Keaton at #844 in the United States.

What do Lee and Keaton mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Keaton means "place of hawks, kite's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Lee and Keaton boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Keaton is primarily a boy name.

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