Leetham

Leetham is a surname of English origin. It is a locational name, derived from a place in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. The place name itself is thought to be derived from Old English elements, likely lēah meaning "wood" or "clearing" and tūn meaning "enclosure" or "farmstead," suggesting a "farmstead in or by a wood/clearing."

Variants of the name include Leatham, Letham, and Leethome. The surname is documented in historical records and can be found in census data and parish registers, primarily within the United Kingdom. Individuals with this surname have emigrated to various parts of the world, including North America and Australia.