LEANEY
Leaney
Leaney is a British surname derived from the Old French personal name Lion. The name is of Norman origin and was introduced into England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The surname Leaney is recorded in various spellings, including Lioni, Lione, Lian, and Lyon, throughout history.
The Leaney surname is quite rare and is most commonly found in the southwest of England, particularly in Cornwall and Devon. Over the centuries, the Leaney family has been associated with various occupations, including farming, fishing, and trade.
Individuals with the surname Leaney have made contributions to diverse fields, including law, academia, business, and the arts. The Leaney name has been carried by families with a proud heritage and has been passed down through generations.
Today, the Leaney surname continues to be borne by families in the United Kingdom and other parts of the world, reflecting the rich tapestry of British history and ancestry.
There are approximately 694 people named Leaney in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,760th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Leaney.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- Christopher
- David
- Fred
- Glynn
- Graham
- Jay
- Jeff
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Stuart
Female
- Carol
- Catherine
- Charlotte
- Christine
- Donna
- Georgina
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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