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Type Surname
Usage Swedish
Pronounced Pron. LEEV  [key]
Other Forms FormsLiv, Livh, Liiv, Liifv, Lifv, Liif

Meaning & History

This is most likely a name adopted by soldiers in the 17th century. The actual meaning is unclear. It could be taken directly from the Swedish word liv meaning "life" or from a location named with this element.
Added 9/22/2019 by Beautiful Victory