Name:
Leif
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Old Norse
Meaning:
Leif originates in Old Norse and means "successor". As a masculine given name it is mainly used in Scandinavian countries. Famous bearer was a Norse explorer Leif Ericson, who is considered to have discovered America before Christopher Columbus.
Pronunciation:
LAYF
The Five Elements:
Wood
Famous Leif:
Leif Erickson : actor
Leif Ericsson : explorer
Leif Nielsen : soccer player
Leif Werneid : soccer player