Swing
Swing Meaning & Origin
About Swing
The surname Swing is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It could be derived from the Old English word "sweng," meaning a sudden blow or stroke, suggesting that the name may have originally been a nickname for someone who was quick or forceful. Alternatively, it could be a topographic name for someone who lived near a swing or a place where a swing was set up. The surname Swing may also have originated as a metonymic occupational name for a person who made or used swings. Overall, the meaning of the surname Swing is likely to vary depending on the specific historical context and region.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Swing is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Swing: 1,882
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 15,546
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.64
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Swing 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 Swing is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Swing in Braille
Here's how to represent Swing in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Swing using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Swing using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
