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Lightfoot 1
Type Surname (from given name)
Pronounced Pron. Light Foot  [key]

Meaning & History

This surname is of Cherokee origin.
Added 5/14/2016 by anonymous
Edited 2/10/2021 by Mike C

Lightfoot 2
not set
Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. Light Foot  [key]

Meaning & History

English (chiefly northern England, especially Liverpool): nickname for a messenger or for a fast runner, from Middle English lyght ‘light’, ‘nimble’, ‘quick’ (Old English lioht) + fote ‘foot’.
Added 5/14/2016 by anonymous