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Lee vs Roger

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
Roger Rank #750

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #750 for Roger.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Roger more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Roger at #750 in the United States.

What do Lee and Roger mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Roger means "famous spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Lee and Roger boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Roger is primarily a boy name.

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