About Leiper
The surname Leiper is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English word "leapere," meaning "dancer" or "leaper." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was known for their agility or skill in dancing. The name may have also been used to describe someone who was lively or energetic in nature. Over time, the surname Leiper has evolved and variations such as Leeper or Leipper have emerged.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Leiper 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 Leiper in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Leiper using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.