The surname Rock has its origins in Ireland, deriving from the Gaelic name Ó Ruadháin or Ó Ruairc. The prefix "Ó" signifies "descendant of," while "Ruadháin" means "red" and "Ruairc" means "champion" or "royal."
The Rock family is believed to have originated in the ancient kingdom of Breifne, which encompassed parts of present-day counties Cavan, Leitrim, and Longford. The family's ancestral lands were in County Cavan, where they held positions of power and influence. Over time, members of the Rock family spread throughout Ireland, with significant populations in counties Dublin, Louth, and Meath.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, Ireland experienced significant upheaval, with political and religious conflicts leading to mass emigration. This resulted in many Rock families leaving Ireland and settling in other parts of the world, particularly in North America, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Today, individuals with the surname Rock can be found in various countries, reflecting the widespread diaspora.
The surname Rock carries with it a sense of heritage and identity for those of Irish descent. It symbolizes a connection to ancient Irish history and the resilience of a family that endured challenges and established new roots in different lands.
I'm Bóru Rock, the Family Crest Bear and a custodian of Irish heritage who oversees a grand and expansive library of Irish names. My library is a treasure of family history, cataloguing thousands of surnames, including a special collection of over 2,500 names from Irish and Celtic origins.
We invite you to search this extraordinary library, a realm where each name tells a story. Embark on an engaging journey to uncover your family name hidden within these vast archives. In a distinctive and personalized offering, Bóru Rock allows you to immortalise your family's name and crest on his t-shirt, transforming it into a proud emblem of your family history.
Suitable for children from 36 months, Bóru, the Family Crest Bear is a large charming Irish teddy bear with tweed trousers, a matching flat cap and his t-shirt is personalized with your own family crest. Made with all new synthetic materials he sits 30cm / 12 in. tall (38cm / 15 in. from top to toes), has soft brown fur and features the Paddy Pals motif on his pad. Paddy Pals are loved by both children and adults with their traditional Irish attire and welcoming smile. The best things in life are the people we love, the places we have been and the memories we have made along the way.
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
roghanna loingseoireachta ar fáil freisin agus tú ag seiceáil amach).
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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