About Leif
The surname Leif is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Leifr," meaning "heir" or "descendant." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of a man named Leif. The name Leif has historical significance as it was borne by Leif Erikson, a Norse explorer who is believed to have been the first European to reach North America. Today, the surname Leif is found primarily in Scandinavian countries and among individuals of Scandinavian descent.
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The surname Leif is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Leif 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 Leif is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Leif in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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