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Lee vs Uriah

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
Uriah Rank #655

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Uriah more popular?

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Uriah mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lee and Uriah boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Uriah is primarily a boy name.

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