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Roger 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

Roger Rank #750
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #750 for Roger.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roger or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Roger at #750 in the United States.

What do Roger and Lee mean?

Roger means "famous spear" (Germanic origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Roger and Lee boy or girl names?

Roger is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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