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Zev 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

Zev Rank #908
Lee Rank #715

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zev or Lee more popular?

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

What do Zev and Lee mean?

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

Are Zev and Lee boy or girl names?

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

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