The surname Sweet has an interesting history, particularly of Irish descent. It derives from the ancient Gaelic name "Mac Suibhne," which means "son of Suibhne," a personal name of uncertain origin. The Mac Suibhne sept originated in County Donegal in the northwest of Ireland.
The Mac Suibhne clan was known for their connection to the O'Donnell dynasty, one of the most powerful ruling families in medieval Ireland. They were loyal followers and provided military support to the O'Donnells in their various conflicts. As a result, the Mac Suibhne clan gained prominence and their name became recognized.
However, with the English conquest of Ireland in the 16th and 17th centuries, the Mac Suibhne clan faced significant persecution and oppression. Many were forced to anglicize their names and adopt English surnames. This led to the transformation of Mac Suibhne into Sweet, among other variations.
Over time, members of the Sweet family migrated to different parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Today, individuals with the surname Sweet can trace their ancestry back to the Mac Suibhne clan in Ireland. The name has also become more common among those of English and Scottish descent.
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Seolta ó Chontae an Dúin, Tuaisceart Éireann, déantar béir Paddy Pals a sheachadadh ar fud an domhain saor in aisce!
Loingseoireacht Chaighdeánach Saor in Aisce - Airmail. Seachadadh i thart ar 7-9 lá oibre (Níos tapúla
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Sa chás nach dócha nach bhfuil tú sásta le do cheannach cuirimid ráthaíocht iomlán airgid 30 lá ar fáil.
| Ábhair | Snáithínlíonadh poileistear. Cúr polúireatán |
|---|---|
| Dath | Brown |
| Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
| Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |
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