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Lee vs Teddy

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
Teddy Rank #898

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #898 for Teddy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Teddy more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Teddy at #898 in the United States.

What do Lee and Teddy mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Lee and Teddy boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Teddy is primarily a boy name.

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