Leto vs Lee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lee

Boy #715 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"meadow, woodland clearing"

Origin: Old English leah

Cultural Roots

English American Chinese (as Li) Korean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#715
Total SSA Count
370
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Leto Rank #5,815
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #5815 for Leto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leto or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Leto at #5815 in the United States.

What do Leto and Lee mean?

Leto means "the hidden one, lady" (Pre-Greek/Lycian origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Leto and Lee boy or girl names?

Leto is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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