| Pronunciation | English: /ˈlaɪf/ or /ˈleɪf/[1] |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Scandinavian |
| Meaning | Heir, descendant |
| Other names | |
| Related names | Elof, Olaf |
Leif is a male given name of Scandinavian origin. It is derived from the Old Norse name Leifr (nominative case), meaning "heir", "descendant".