Find out how popular the first name Leavy has been for the last 1 years (from 1977 to 1977) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Leavy by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Leavy is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1977, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Leavy.

The history of the first name Leavy

The name Leavy is an English name derived from the Middle English word "lefe," which means "leaf." It originated in the 13th century as a descriptive surname for someone who lived near a profusion of trees or leaves.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Leavy can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Lefwine." This suggests that the name may have Anglo-Saxon roots, with the Old English word "leaf" meaning "leaf" or "foliage."

In the 14th century, the name appears in various spellings such as "Lef," "Lefe," and "Leefe." During this time, it was primarily used as a surname, but over time, it evolved into a given name as well.

One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Leavy was Leavy Ames (c. 1570-1640), an English Puritan minister and author who wrote extensively on religious topics. Another notable figure was Leavy Blackburn (1723-1801), a British naval officer who served during the American Revolutionary War.

In the 19th century, the name gained some popularity in literary circles. Leavy Dickens (1812-1870), the younger brother of the famous novelist Charles Dickens, was a respected writer and editor in his own right. Leavy Whitman (1819-1892), an American poet and essayist, was known for his works celebrating nature and the outdoors.

More recently, Leavy Miller (1924-2005) was an American baseball player who played for the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1940s and 1950s. Leavy Sutton (1935-2014) was a British artist and sculptor whose works explored themes of nature and the environment.

While not as common as some other names, Leavy has a rich history and associations with nature, literature, and the arts. Its origin as a descriptive surname and its evolution into a given name reflect the enduring connections between language, identity, and the natural world.

Data source

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