Lee vs Kolton

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
Kolton Rank #530

Kolton is more popular, ranked #530 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Kolton more popular?

Kolton is more popular, ranked #530 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Kolton mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Kolton means "settlement near the coal" (Old English origin).

Are Lee and Kolton boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Kolton is primarily a boy name.

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