LEAFE
Leafe
Origin and Meaning
Leafe is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It derives from the Old English word "leof" which means dear or beloved, suggesting that it may have originally been a term of endearment or a personal name that evolved into a surname.
Distribution and History
The surname Leafe is concentrated in the southern counties of England, particularly in areas with strong Anglo-Saxon heritage. Over time, variations in spelling such as Leaf, Leefe, and Leef have emerged, but Leafe remains a notable variant. The earliest recorded instances of the surname date back to the medieval period, suggesting a long history for this family name.
Notable Individuals
While not a widely recognised surname, there may be individuals with the last name Leafe who have made contributions to various fields. Further research into genealogical records, local histories, and contemporary sources may reveal notable figures bearing this surname.
There are approximately 456 people named Leafe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Leafe.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Wales
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Welsh
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Richard
- William
Female
- Clare
- Deborah
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Marianne
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susannah
Similar and related surnames
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