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

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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