Lee vs Kenai

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
Kenai Rank #770

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #770 for Kenai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Kenai more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Kenai at #770 in the United States.

What do Lee and Kenai mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Kenai means "flat land" (Dena'ina Athabascan origin).

Are Lee and Kenai boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Kenai is primarily a boy name.

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