"Leaman" is a rare last name that is spelled phonetically as "lee-muhn". Its IPA phonetic transcription is /ˈli.mən/. The first syllable is pronounced with a long "e" sound, while the second syllable is pronounced with a short "u" sound followed by an "n" sound. The spelling of "leaman" is a variation of the more common "lemon" or "leemann" surnames. It is believed to have originated from Old English or Germanic roots, meaning "lover of learning".