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Lee vs Remi

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
Remi Rank #808

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #808 for Remi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Remi more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Remi at #808 in the United States.

What do Lee and Remi mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Remi means "oarsman" (Latin origin).

Are Lee and Remi boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Remi is primarily a boy name.

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