Sweeney - Last Names

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Sweeney

/ˈswiːni/

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Meaning

Son of Suibhne

Represents lineage, heritage, and a connection to ancestral roots. It embodies a sense of identity rooted in family and clan tradition.

Symbolism

Symbolizes strength, endurance, and a warrior spirit. Historically linked to leadership and nobility within Irish clans.

Etymology: Derived from the Gaelic personal name 'Suibhne', which means 'pleasant' or 'well-going'. The prefix 'Mac' denotes 'son of', making Sweeney a patronymic surname meaning 'son of the pleasant one'.

Style & Origin

traditional

Cultural Background

Of Irish origin, Sweeney is an anglicized form of the Gaelic 'Mac Suibhne', meaning 'son of Suibhne'

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