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Lee vs Reign

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
Reign Rank #624

Reign is more popular, ranked #624 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Reign more popular?

Reign is more popular, ranked #624 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Reign mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Reign means "rule, sovereignty" (Old French origin).

Are Lee and Reign boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Reign is primarily a boy name.

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