About Swift
The surname Swift is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "swift," meaning quick or fast. It was likely originally used as a nickname for someone who was known for their speed or agility. The name may have also been given to messengers or couriers who were swift in their duties. Overall, the surname Swift signifies a person who is swift or quick in some aspect, either physically or in their actions.
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The surname Swift is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Swift 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 Swift is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Swift in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Swift using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.