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Lee vs Peyton

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
Peyton Rank #659

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Peyton more popular?

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Peyton mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Lee and Peyton boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Peyton is primarily a boy name.

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