Leemans is a Dutch occupational surname derived from leenman, a feudal tenant or vassal. It is particularly common in Flanders. People with this surname include: * Anthonie Leemans (1631–1673), Dutch still life painter, brother of Johannes * Egide François Leemans (1839–1883). Belgian painter, draughtsman and engraver * Fernand Leemans (born 1925), Belgian figure skater * Jo Leemans (born 1927), Belgian singer * Johannes Leemans (1633–1688), Dutch still life painter and wine dealer, brother of Anthonie * Ken Leemans (born 1983), Belgian footballer * Kimberly Leemans, a U.S. model * (1961), Belgian trade unionist * Pieter Leemans (1897–1980), Belgian classical musician and composer * Tuffy Leemans (1912–1979), American football player * Victor Leemans (1901–1971), Belgian (Flemi