The surname Leighton has its roots in medieval England, deriving from the Old English word "leac-tun", meaning "a place where leeks are grown". It was originally a locational surname, given to people who lived in or near a place called Leighton. There are several towns and villages named Leighton in England, but the most well-known is Leighton Buzzard in Bedfordshire.
As for its Irish connection, the surname Leighton is also found in Ireland, predominantly in Ulster and Leinster. It is believed that the name was brought to Ireland by English settlers during the Plantation of Ulster in the 17th century. The Plantation saw the colonization of Ulster by English and Scottish settlers, resulting in the establishment of new towns and the introduction of English surnames. This likely explains the presence of the Leighton surname in Ireland.
Over time, the Leighton family in Ireland would have assimilated into the local Irish community, while retaining their English surname. Today, people with the surname Leighton of Irish descent can be found both in Ireland and in Irish communities around the world. The surname has become part of their family history and genealogy, representing their ancestral connection to England and the Plantation of Ulster.
I'm Bóru Leighton, the Family Crest Bear and a custodian of Irish heritage who oversees a grand and expansive library of Irish names. My library is a treasure of family history, cataloguing thousands of surnames, including a special collection of over 2,500 names from Irish and Celtic origins.
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| Materials | Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam |
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| Colour | Brown |
| Age | Suitable for children from 36 months |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Weight | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Height | 30cm (11.8 inches) |
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