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Madden vs Lee

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

Madden Rank #690
Lee Rank #715

Madden is more popular, ranked #690 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madden or Lee more popular?

Madden is more popular, ranked #690 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Madden and Lee mean?

Madden means "descendant of Madan (little dog)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Madden and Lee boy or girl names?

Madden is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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