About Sweep
The surname Sweep is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "sweopan," meaning "to sweep." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a sweeper or cleaner. The surname Sweep likely denotes a person who was responsible for sweeping or tidying up a particular area, such as a house, street, or courtyard. Over time, this occupational name became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Sweep is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sweep based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Sweep is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Sweep in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Sweep using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.