Leonard Thompson

Meaning

Brave lion (Leonard) and son of Tom (Thompson), combining Germanic and English naming traditions.

Etymology

Leonard derives from Germanic 'leon' (lion) and 'hard' (brave), while Thompson is an English patronymic from the given name Tom. This is a compound surname combining two distinct naming traditions.

About the Leonard Thompson Surname

This appears to be either a hyphenated surname combining two family names or a reference to a specific individual. It represents the English tradition of patronymic naming combined with Germanic personal name elements.

Distribution

Found in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States and United Kingdom.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Leonard Thompson Surname