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Teddy 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

Teddy Rank #898
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #898 for Teddy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Teddy or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Teddy at #898 in the United States.

What do Teddy and Lee mean?

Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Teddy and Lee boy or girl names?

Teddy is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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