Leht

Leht is a surname of Finnish origin. The exact etymology is not definitively established, but it is commonly linked to the Finnish word lehti, meaning leaf or sheet. As with many Finnish surnames, Leht may have originated as a toponymic or descriptive name tied to natural features, or as a nickname that later became hereditary.

The surname is most prevalent in Finland and among people of Finnish descent elsewhere, with smaller concentrations in neighboring Nordic countries and in regions affected by historical Finnish migration. In contemporary usage, bearers of the name appear across a range of occupations, including academia, sports, business, and the arts.

In Finnish spelling, Leht is typically written without diacritics. Related forms or variants exist, such as Lehti or Lehtinen, but these are distinct surnames with their own usage and origins.

Notes and related terms: Leht can be confused with Lehti, the common Finnish noun for leaf, sheet, or magazine, and with Lehtinen, a related surname formed with the -nen suffix. The name Leht is encountered in Finnish-speaking communities and in diaspora populations where Finnish heritage is represented.