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Lee vs Otis

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
Otis Rank #733

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #733 for Otis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Otis more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Otis at #733 in the United States.

What do Lee and Otis mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin).

Are Lee and Otis boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Otis is primarily a boy name.

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