Kirk Leavington
Major Settlement in the Parish of Kirkleavington
Historical Forms
- Levetona, Lentune 1086 DB
- Kirkelevingtona in 1230–50 Guis
Etymology
With the same run of forms as for Castle Leavington and first called Kirkelevingtona in 1230–50 Guis. Kirk Leavington is distinguished by its church, which stands prominently in the highest part of the village. v. kirkja .