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Lee vs Raylan

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
Raylan Rank #717

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #717 for Raylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Raylan more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Lee and Raylan mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Lee and Raylan boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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