Leman

Leman can refer to Lac Léman, the French name for Lake Geneva, or to people bearing the surname Leman. Lac Léman is a large freshwater lake located on the northern front of the Western Alps, forming part of the border between Switzerland and France. It covers about 580 square kilometers, making it the largest lake in Western Europe by area. The lake is roughly 73 kilometers long and up to 14 kilometers wide, with a maximum depth near 310 meters. The Rhône River is the principal outflow. The lake is fed by several alpine inflows, including streams such as the Dranse. The western shore lies in the canton of Geneva, while the northern shore runs through the cantons of Vaud, with Lausanne on the north shore and towns such as Montreux and Vevey along the eastern side. The Lavaux vineyard terraces along the north shore are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The lake’s climate supports viticulture and tourism, with views toward the Alps and a mild, temperate environment.

As a surname, Leman appears in various countries and languages, particularly in Francophone and Anglophone communities. It may be found among individuals in public life, academia, and local history, though it does not denote a single, specific lineage.