The nameLee

Lee is an English name given to both boys and girls.

Meaning

From the Old English leah, "clearing, meadow".

Origin

English.

History

In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1950s.

Popularity of the name Lee

Lee in France

4399thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2006peak year (25 births)
565babies named Lee in France since 1900
01325 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Lee was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 155 births over the decade, 27% of all recorded babies named Lee. Its rise began around 1956, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Lee in France were born before 2004.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Lee mean?

From the Old English leah, "clearing, meadow".

What is the origin of the name Lee?

English.

Is Lee a girl's or a boy's name?

Lee is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.