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Lee vs Riggs

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
Riggs Rank #669

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Riggs more popular?

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Riggs mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin).

Are Lee and Riggs boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Riggs is primarily a boy name.

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