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Lee vs Mitchell

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
Mitchell Rank #906

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #906 for Mitchell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Mitchell more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Mitchell at #906 in the United States.

What do Lee and Mitchell mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Mitchell means "who is like God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lee and Mitchell boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Mitchell is primarily a boy name.

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