About Leenhouts
The surname Leenhouts is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word "leenhout," which means "wood for lease" or "timber for rent." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked in the timber industry, either as a woodcutter or a timber merchant. The name may also have been given to individuals who owned or managed forests that were leased out for timber production.
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The surname Leenhouts is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Leenhouts based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Leenhouts in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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