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  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.
Celtic meaning
The name Lee is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Lee is: Healer.
American meaning
The name Lee is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Lee is: Lion.
Latin meaning
The name Lee is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Lee is: Poetic.
Irish meaning
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.
English meaning

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

YearBoy Births
2024370 births
2023376 births
2022377 births
2021377 births
2020313 births
2019297 births
2018352 births
2017364 births
2016384 births
2015373 births
2014349 births
2013358 births
2012355 births
2011351 births
2010353 births
2009374 births

 LEE as a girl

YearGirl Births
202425 births
202324 births
202226 births
202115 births
202028 births
201920 births
201826 births
201721 births
201631 births
201524 births
201423 births
201328 births
201222 births
201120 births
201031 births
200929 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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