Lee vs Rudy

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
Rudy Rank #822

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #822 for Rudy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Rudy more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Rudy at #822 in the United States.

What do Lee and Rudy mean?

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

Are Lee and Rudy boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Rudy is primarily a boy name.

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