Leto is a name of Greek origin, derived from the goddess Leto, who was known for being the mother of Apollo and Artemis. The name itself translates to 'calm' or 'clear', reflecting its connection to the peaceful, serene nature often associated with the goddess. In Roman mythology, she was known as Latona. Leto has been a popular choice for a girl's name throughout history, appearing in various forms of literature and art.
The name Leto experienced a significant rise in popularity from 2021 onwards, with 10 and 16 births respectively, marking the highest numbers since these records began in 2006. Prior to this, the number of births per year fluctuated between 5 and 9, with no clear upward trend until recently. The total number of births over this period is 113.