About Gleaves
The surname Gleaves is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "gleofan," meaning "to gladden" or "to cheer." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who brought joy or happiness to others. Over time, the name evolved into Gleaves and became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Gleaves can be found across the world, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The surname Gleaves is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gleaves based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Gleaves is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gleaves in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gleaves using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.