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It's time to celebrate all the Lees out there on National Lee Day, which falls on December 21! This day honors and recognizes all people with the name "Lee," a name that has various origins and meanings in different cultures. Did you know that Lee is also one of the most common surnames in the world? From famous figures like Bruce Lee, to everyday individuals, this day is a chance to celebrate the unique and diverse individuals who share this name. So let's give a shoutout to all the Lees and make this day extra special for them!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1888</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>A Notable Lee Emerges</div><div class='timeline-text'>Robert E. Lee, renowned confederate general during the American Civil War, is honored with a statue in Richmond, Virginia.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Iconic Bruce Lee's Peak Fame</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bruce Lee reaches the pinnacle of his fame as an actor, martial artist, director, and philosopher, embracing his Chinese and American heritage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spike Lee's Acclaim</div><div class='timeline-text'>Spike Lee receives acclaim for his film "Malcolm X", paving the way for modern African-American filmmakers and reviving interest in Black history.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lee Byung-hun Makes Hollywood Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>South Korean actor Lee Byung-hun makes his Hollywood debut, expanding the surnames’ global reach and popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lee Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Lee Day is first observed, dedicating a day to anyone with the name "Lee".</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Lee-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather all your friends named Lee and have a party in their honor! Decorate with Lee-themed decorations, play games related to the name, and serve food that starts with the letter "L" (like lasagna or lemonade).</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Lee-inspired playlist</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a playlist of songs with "Lee" in the title or lyrics. Include a variety of genres and let your friends named Lee choose their favorite songs to add to the list.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send cards to all the Lees you know</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate National Lee Day by sending cards to all the Lees you know. Include a personalized message and let them know how much they mean to you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Lee trivia night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Test your friends' knowledge of famous people named Lee, famous characters with the name, and other interesting facts related to the name. Have prizes for the winners!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a charity that supports Lees</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Research and donate to a charity or organization that supports people with the name Lee. This is a meaningful way to celebrate National Lee Day and give back to your community.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates a unique name</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Lee Day is a special day for all those who share the name "Lee." It's a chance to celebrate and embrace the uniqueness of this name, which can have different origins and meanings depending on cultural backgrounds. It's a day to feel proud of your name and its history.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On National Lee Day, people with the name Lee can connect and bond over their shared name. It's an opportunity to meet new people, make new friends and maybe even discover some interesting similarities between each other. It's a day that fosters a sense of community among those with the same name.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It recognizes famous Lees throughout history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There have been many influential and notable individuals with the name Lee, such as Spike Lee and Bruce Lee. National Lee Day is a time to remember and honor these individuals and their contributions to various fields. It's also a chance to learn more about the history and impact of the name Lee.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Lee is a Multicultural Name</h3><p class='facts-content'>Lee is a surname in English-speaking countries, a given name in English-speaking as well as in Korean-speaking countries, and a surname derived from several Chinese surnames. It signifies the multicultural nature of those bearing this name.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Lee is the Fifth Most Common Name in Korea</h3><p class='facts-content'>In Korea, the surname Lee (also known as Yi or Rhee) is considered royal, having been held by two separate dynasties in history. Today, approximately 14.7% of Koreans bear this name.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Lee has Multiple Meanings</h3><p class='facts-content'>In English, 'Lee' originates from Old English and can mean 'meadow' or 'shelter'. In Chinese, the character for the name can stand for 'plum' or 'minister', while in Korean, it may mean 'great' or 'wise'.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Guinness World Record Holder's Name is Lee</h3><p class='facts-content'>Lee Redmond from the USA holds the world record for the longest fingernails ever reached on a pair of hands ever (female) at a total of 8.65 m (28 ft 4.5 in).</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>One of the Founders of Marvel Comics was called Lee</h3><p class='facts-content'>Stan Lee, a prominent figure in the comic book industry, played a major role in creating many of Marvel's iconic characters, including Spider-Man, the X-Men, and Iron Man.</p></div></div>
National Lee Day is celebrated on December 21 every year. In 2024 National Lee Day will occur on a Saturday.
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Dec 21
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Dec 21
Saturday
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Dec 21
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Dec 21
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Dec 21
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