LEVINGSTON
Levingston
Levingston is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name “Leofstan,” which means “beloved stone.” The surname is a toponymic name, indicating that the original bearers may have hailed from a place named Levingston or Leofstan’s town.
The Levingston surname has been primarily found in regions across England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Essex. Over the centuries, families with the surname Levingston have spread across the British Isles and beyond, contributing to the global diaspora of the name.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Levingston have made contributions in various fields, including literature, politics, and the arts. Researching one’s genealogy and tracing the origins of the Levingston family can provide insights into local history and migration patterns.
Today, the surname Levingston continues to be carried by families with diverse backgrounds and is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames that reflect the country’s cultural heritage and genealogical history.
There are approximately 32 people named Levingston in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Levingston.
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