Leyton (surname)

Leyton is a surname of English origin. It is a locational surname, derived from various places named Leyton in England, particularly Leyton in the London Borough of Waltham Forest.

Origin and Meaning:

The name "Leyton" itself is derived from the Old English words "lēah" (meaning a clearing, meadow, or open woodland) and "tūn" (meaning an enclosure, farmstead, or settlement). Thus, Leyton signifies a "farmstead in a clearing" or a "settlement in a meadow."

Distribution:

The surname Leyton is found primarily in England, with smaller populations in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Variations:

Spelling variations of the name may include Layton.

Notable People with the Surname:

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References:

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