About Leek
The surname Leek is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It could be a topographic name for someone who lived near a leek patch or a habitational name for someone from a place named Leek, derived from the Old English word "leac" meaning "leek." Alternatively, it could be a nickname for someone with a pale or sickly complexion, as "leek" was also used to describe a pale color. The surname Leek is relatively rare and can be found in various parts of England.
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The surname Leek is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Leek 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 Leek is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Leek in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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