LEE
The meaning of the unisex name Lee is MEADOW. SURNAME OR GIVEN NAME..
Details on LEE:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Meadow. surname or given name
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,472nd in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 9,474th in the USA (top 30%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
370 births
LEE as a BOY in 2024
25 births
LEE as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of LEE:
The name Lee is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Lee is: Healer.
The name Lee is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Lee is: Healer.
The name Lee is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Lee is: Lion.
The name Lee is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Lee is: Poetic.
The name Lee is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Lee is: Meadow or wood.Shelter.Famous Bearer:19th century American Confederate general Robert E. Lee.
USA SSA birth(s) for LEE:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name LEE
LEE as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 370 births |
| 2023 | 376 births |
| 2022 | 377 births |
| 2021 | 377 births |
| 2020 | 313 births |
| 2019 | 297 births |
| 2018 | 352 births |
| 2017 | 364 births |
| 2016 | 384 births |
| 2015 | 373 births |
| 2014 | 349 births |
| 2013 | 358 births |
| 2012 | 355 births |
| 2011 | 351 births |
| 2010 | 353 births |
| 2009 | 374 births |
LEE as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 25 births |
| 2023 | 24 births |
| 2022 | 26 births |
| 2021 | 15 births |
| 2020 | 28 births |
| 2019 | 20 births |
| 2018 | 26 births |
| 2017 | 21 births |
| 2016 | 31 births |
| 2015 | 24 births |
| 2014 | 23 births |
| 2013 | 28 births |
| 2012 | 22 births |
| 2011 | 20 births |
| 2010 | 31 births |
| 2009 | 29 births |
About the name LEE
Lee, a name that dances gently across cultures and time, evokes a sense of tranquility and strength. Originating from Old English, where it means “meadow” or “clearing,” Lee symbolizes a serene space of growth and renewal. Its simplicity belies a depth that resonates in various traditions; in Chinese, 李 (Lǐ) is a common surname meaning “plum,” often associated with prosperity and resilience. The name finds warmth in the hearts of families across the globe, from England and the United States, where it has become a cherished unisex name, to East Asia, where it carries rich cultural significance. In the lush landscapes of the American South, Lee speaks of heritage and history, while in the bustling streets of Hong Kong, it signifies both elegance and strength. With a melodic sound that rolls off the tongue, Lee is a name that embodies harmony, inviting your child to embrace the beauty of nature and the connections that bind us all.
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