LECKIE

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Leckie

Leckie is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name "Leikr." The name is believed to have originated in the region around Stirling, Scotland.

The Leckie family has ancient roots in Scottish history, with records dating back to the 13th century. The surname has various spellings, including Leckie, Lecky, Leaky, and Leakey. The Leckie clan is said to have been associated with the Baldwin clan and had a notable presence in the Stirlingshire and Perthshire regions.

The Leckie surname has spread beyond Scotland, and there are Leckie families in other parts of the UK and globally, particularly in countries with Scottish diaspora populations like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

The Leckie name is part of a rich tapestry of Scottish surnames with a heritage rooted in the history and culture of Scotland. It has continued to be passed down through generations, symbolising a connection to Scottish heritage and identity.

There are approximately 2,039 people named Leckie in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,150th most common surname in Britain. Around 31 in a million people in Britain are named Leckie.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alexander
Andrew
David
Iain
James
John
Peter
Robert
Stephen
Stuart
William

Female

Anne
Catherine
Elizabeth
Helen
Janice
Karen
Linda
Margaret
Mary
Sarah
Sheila
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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