Levinge / Leofwine
Pronunciation: LEV-inj
Meaning
dear friend, beloved friend
Origin
Old English
History & Etymology
Levinge is a surname of Old English origin, derived from the given name Leofwine. The name Leofwine is composed of the Old English elements 'leof' meaning 'dear, beloved' and 'wine' meaning 'friend'. Over time, this given name evolved into a surname, and like many surnames, it has occasionally been adopted as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its use as a given name is rare but can be found for both males and females.
Alternative Spellings & Variants
- Leving
- Levin
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