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Lee vs Tony

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
Tony Rank #804

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #804 for Tony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Tony more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Tony at #804 in the United States.

What do Lee and Tony mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Tony means "priceless one" (Latin origin).

Are Lee and Tony boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Tony is primarily a boy name.

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