Sweeny

Patronymic

Meaning

A descendant of Suibhne, a Gaelic personal name meaning 'pleasant' or 'well-disposed'.

Etymology

Derived from the Irish Gaelic 'Ó Suibhneacháin' (descendant of Suibhne). The name was anglicized to Sweeny and various other forms through English influence.

About the Sweeny Surname

An Irish patronymic surname derived from the Gaelic personal name Suibhne. The name has been carried worldwide through Irish immigration.

Distribution

Found primarily in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities in North America and other English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

D.B. Sweeney (actor), Madge Swinney (historical figure)

People with the Sweeny Surname

Warren Sweeny