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Lethem (surname)

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Lethem is an Old English pre 6th century geographical location name specifically from Lathom in Ormskirk, Lancashire.[1]

Meaning

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The meaning of the name is not confirmed however, it is suggested that the name is taken from the words 'lade' or 'lathe' (a barn) or that the name means 'dweller at the barns'.[2]

Notable people

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Notable people with the surname include:

References

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  1. ^ "Surname Database: Lethem Last Name Origin". The Internet Surname Database. Retrieved 2021-12-06.
  2. ^ "Surname Database: Lethem Last Name Origin". The Internet Surname Database. Retrieved 2021-12-06.