Sweeney
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Little Hero
- Origin
- Irish
Sweeney means "small hero". Sweeney families are found primarily in Cork, Donegal and Kerry.
Quick Facts About Sweeney
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Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year
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