About Leih
The surname Leih is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "leie," meaning "loan" or "lease." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a moneylender or someone who leased land or property. The name may also have been given to someone who was known for borrowing or lending items frequently.
The surname Leih is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Leih 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 Leih in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Leih using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.