About Leites
The surname Leites is of Jewish origin and is derived from the Hebrew word "Levi," meaning "joined" or "attached." It is a patronymic surname, indicating descent from the biblical tribe of Levi, which was traditionally associated with religious duties and the priesthood. The name Leites is commonly found among Jewish communities, particularly those of Ashkenazi descent.
The surname Leites is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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Here's how to represent Leites in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Leites using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.