The surname Roney, also known as O'Rooney, has its origins deeply rooted in Irish history. The name is derived from the Gaelic O'Ruanaidh, meaning descendant of the champion. It is believed to be a patronymic surname, indicating that it was formed by adding the prefix O meaning grandson or descendant to the personal name Ruanaidh.
The O'Rooneys were an ancient Gaelic sept, or clan, primarily located in the province of Ulster in Northern Ireland. They were known for their warrior heritage and were a part of the powerful O'Neill clan. The O'Rooneys were often found in positions of authority and were renowned for their bravery and military prowess.
During the English colonization of Ireland, the O'Rooneys, like many other Irish clans, faced displacement and persecution. The Cromwellian conquest and subsequent Penal Laws imposed harsh restrictions on the Irish, leading to a decline in the use of Gaelic surnames. Many O'Rooneys anglicized their names to Roney or Rooney to assimilate into the English-dominated society.
Today, the surname Roney or Rooney is prevalent among the Irish diaspora, particularly in countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. It serves as a proud reminder of the rich Gaelic heritage and resilience of the O'Rooneys throughout history.
I'm Bóru Roney, 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 Roney 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 |
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Dath | Brown |
Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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EAN | 5055374500149 |
Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |