Love

Love is an English surname derived from the Old English given name Lufu, meaning "love." As a personal name, Lufu was a female given name, and its use dates back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The surname Love may also represent a nickname for a beloved person or a term of endearment. Old English names often carried qualities or virtues, and so "Love" was likely adopted as a surname from the given name in medieval times. The name shares roots with other English names such as Lovett or Loveday.

Etymology

The surname Love stems directly from the Old English feminine given name Lufu, meaning "love." In some cases, it may have originated from a nickname derived from the Middle English love or luf, also meaning "love." These nicknames were sometimes used as affectionate terms for a loved one, eventually becoming hereditary surnames.

Notable Bearers

Historically, the surname Love has been borne by various notable individuals, including:

• Augustus Love (1863–1940), English mathematician known for the Love wave and Love numbers.
• Courtney Love (born 1964), American singer and actress.
• William Earl "Willie" Love (1906–1953), American blues pianist and singer.
• Kevin Love (born 1988), American basketball player.
• Luana Love, fictional character in law.