LIEPINS
Liepins
Liepins is a British surname of Latvian origin. It is derived from the Latvian word "liepa," which means "linden tree." The name Liepins likely originated as a topographic surname for someone who lived near a linden tree or a grove of linden trees.
The surname Liepins is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, often found among the Latvian diaspora or individuals of Latvian descent. The presence of individuals with the surname Liepins in the UK may be attributed to migration patterns and historical ties between Latvia and the UK.
Variants of the surname Liepins may include Liepin, Liepiņš, or Liepiņa, reflecting regional dialects and linguistic variations.
Individuals with the surname Liepins may have ancestral roots in Latvia, a country known for its rich cultural heritage and distinct Baltic traditions. The surname Liepins serves as a link to Latvia's natural landscape and folklore, symbolising the linden tree's significance in Latvian mythology.
Overall, the surname Liepins carries a sense of heritage and identity, connecting bearers to their Latvian roots and the broader international community.
There are approximately 111 people named Liepins in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Liepins.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andris
- Arnis
- Arnold
- David
- John
- Lauris
- Mark
- Peter
- Yanis
Female
- Annette
- Cathryn
- Diane
- Elsie
- Janis
- Jennifer
- Michelle
- Pauline
- Rita
- Rosa