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Lee vs Zev

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
Zev Rank #908

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #908 for Zev.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Zev more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Zev at #908 in the United States.

What do Lee and Zev mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Zev means "wolf" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lee and Zev boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Zev is primarily a boy name.

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