About Legeyt
The surname Legeyt is of Dutch origin and is derived from the personal name "Lodewijk," which is the Dutch form of the name Louis. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it was originally used to identify the descendants of a man named Lodewijk. The name Lodewijk itself is derived from the Germanic elements "hlod," meaning "fame," and "wig," meaning "warrior." Therefore, the surname Legeyt can be interpreted to mean "son of Lodewijk" or "descendant of Lodewijk."
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The surname Legeyt is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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