Leigh-Anne
leigh(-An)-ne
Origin:British
Meaning:Meadow, clearing; Grace
Leigh-Anne is a feminine name of British origin, meaning “meadow” or “clearing.” It is derived from many different sources, including the root Leanne, combining the Hebrew names Lee and Anne, which mean “clearing” and “grace,” respectively. The name Anne derives from Hannah, an ancient name featured in the Greek and Latin Old Testament. Leigh-Anne is a name rich in history and has many brilliant meanings that will be sure to resonate with your little ray of light.
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Sources
100,000 Baby Names by Bruce Lanksy, pg. 200, 201
Name Doctor, Leigh-Anne
Behind the Name, Leanne, October 2011
Behind the Name, Lee, April 2024
Behind the Name, Anne, April 2024
Behind the Name, Anna, April 2024
Behind the Name, Hannah, November 2020
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