Leto vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leto

Boy #5,815 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the hidden one, lady"

Origin: Pre-Greek/Lycian

Cultural Roots

Greek American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,815
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Leto Rank #5,815
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5815 for Leto.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leto ___

  • Leto James
  • Leto Alexander
  • Leto River
  • Leto August
  • Leto Felix
  • Leto Orion

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Leto

Apollo Artemis Castor Phoebe Orion

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leto or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leto at #5815 in the United States.

What do Leto and Theodore mean?

Leto means "the hidden one, lady" (Pre-Greek/Lycian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Leto and Theodore boy or girl names?

Leto is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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