About Lave
The surname Lave is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "lave," meaning "to wash." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a washer or launderer. The name may have been given to individuals who were responsible for washing clothes or linens, either professionally or within a household setting. Over time, the surname Lave has evolved and spread to different regions, often with variations in spelling.
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The surname Lave is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Lave 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 Lave is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Lave in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Lave using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.