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Reign 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

Reign Rank #624
Lee Rank #715

Reign is more popular, ranked #624 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reign or Lee more popular?

Reign is more popular, ranked #624 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Reign and Lee mean?

Reign means "rule, sovereignty" (Old French origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Reign and Lee boy or girl names?

Reign is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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