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Name Origin

Leigh is traditionally an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'meadow' or 'pasture land'. As a given name, it emerged in the 20th century and is often considered unisex.

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Famous People

Leigh Bardugo (1975-)

Author

  • Bestselling author of the Grishaverse fantasy novels
  • Winner of multiple literary awards

Leigh Anne Tuohy (1960-)

Interior designer, philanthropist

  • Subject of the film 'The Blind Side'
  • Known for her charitable work and adoption advocacy

Leigh Hunt (1784-1859)

Poet, essayist, and literary critic

  • Co-founded the literary magazine 'The Examiner'
  • Known for his poems and essays on literature and art