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Etymology of Leale

What does the name Leale mean?

The Leale surname is derived from the Spanish word "leal" meaning "faithful to obligations," and the name was no doubt originally born first as a nickname for someone with such qualities.

Early Origins of the Leale family

The surname Leale was first found in Granada, in southern Spain.

Early History of the Leale family

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Leale Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Leal, Lealo, Leale and others.

Early Notables of the Leale family

were the Leal families of Granada and Gallego. Bearers of this name were ennobled when they were made members of the Order of Santiago in 1708, and...
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Leale migration to Australia +

Leale Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
  • Frances Leale, aged 21, a servant, who arrived in South Australia in 1854 aboard the ship "Star Queen" 1


  1. South Australian Register Monday 1st January 1855. (Retrieved 2010, November 5) Star Queen 1854. Retrieved http://www.theshipslist.com/ships/australia/starqueen1854.shtml


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