About Deleeuw
The surname Deleeuw is of Dutch origin and is derived from the Dutch words "de" meaning "the" and "leeuw" meaning "lion." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify someone as the "son of Leeuw" or "son of the lion." The lion is a symbol of strength, courage, and nobility, and the surname Deleeuw likely originated as a nickname or a reference to these qualities in an ancestor.
The surname Deleeuw is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Deleeuw based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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