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Lee vs Rey

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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Rey

Boy #823 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king"

Origin: Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#823
Total SSA Count
303
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lee Rank #715
Rey Rank #823

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #823 for Rey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Rey more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Lee and Rey mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are Lee and Rey boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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