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Demi-Lee

Girl name · 114 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Demi-Lee: 114 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 12 births in 2005.

Demi-Lee blends two distinct naming traditions. Demi, of French origin, means "half" and was popularised in English-speaking countries by actress Demi Moore, whose parents chose it from a French brand of nail polish called Demi. Lee, a common middle name derived from Old English *leah* meaning "clearing" or "meadow," adds a nature-inspired balance. The double-barrelled form Demi-Lee became especially common in Scotland from the late 1990s, reflecting a trend for combining the glamorous with the grounded. No major historical bearer stands out, but the name shares its Lee element with famous figures like the American Civil War general Robert E. Lee and the Kung Fu legend Bruce Lee. The hyphenated structure makes Demi-Lee a distinctly modern choice, merging the idea of being "half" with a wholesome, earthy finish.