Leverett is a male name of French origin, meaning "Young Hare." This name is derived from the French language and reflects the symbolism of youth and agility associated with a hare. Leverett may refer to various places, including Leverett, Illinois, and Leverett, Massachusetts, as well as Leverett Glacier in Antarctica. Additionally, notable individuals with the given name Leverett include Leverett W. Babcock, an American politician, and Leverett S. Lyon, an American economist. The name has also been used as a surname, exemplified by figures such as Frank Leverett, an American geologist, and John Leverett, who served as the governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Furthermore, Leverett has been associated with academic and architectural references, such as Leverett House at Harvard University.
Leverett de Veber Chipman (1831-1914) was a prominent Nova Scotia businessman and political figure who represented Kings in the House of Commons of Canada as a Liberal member from 1870 to 1874. Born in Cornwallis, Nova Scotia, he received his education at the Horton Academy and Acadia College before pursuing a career as a hardware merchant. Chipman also served as a lieutenant-colonel in the local militia and held various positions such as an agent for the Bank of Nova Scotia in Kentville, auditor for the town of Kentville, and clerk for Kings County. His involvement in both business and public service demonstrated his commitment to the community. Chipman's contributions were significant, and his legacy continues to be remembered. He passed away in Kentville in 1914.
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