TheNameDBLewin
PatronymicMeaning
A surname derived from a personal name, possibly from Old English or Germanic roots meaning 'beloved' or related to the name Lewis.
Etymology
The name may derive from Old English 'leof' (beloved) combined with 'wine' (friend), or from Germanic personal names. It may also relate to the name Lewis or Levi.
About the Lewin Surname
Lewin is a surname with English, Germanic, and Jewish origins, derived from personal names. The name has appeared in various cultural contexts throughout history.
Distribution
Found in England, Germany, and among Jewish communities worldwide.
Notable Bearers
David Lewin, Roy Lewin