How did Leeds United get its name?

Leeds United Football Club was formed in 1919 after the dissolution of the original Leeds City FC, which had been expelled from the Football League due to financial irregularities. The new club adopted the name "Leeds United" to represent the city of Leeds and to signify a unified footballing entity for the region. The "United" part of the name reflects a common naming convention among football clubs that aimed to unite local support. The club quickly established itself in English football, becoming a prominent team in the years that followed.