The surname Cahill, or O'Cahill in its original form, has a rich history of Irish descent. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name Ó Cathail, which translates to descendant of Cathal. The name Cathal was a popular personal name in ancient Ireland, meaning battle ruler or mighty in battle.
The O'Cahill clan was originally located in County Clare in the western province of Munster. They were part of the Dál gCais, a powerful tribal confederation that dominated the region during the medieval period. The Dál gCais, led by Brian Boru, became the High Kings of Ireland in the 11th century.
The O'Cahills were known for their martial skills and played significant roles in Irish history. They were fierce warriors and often engaged in battles against rival clans and invading forces. Over time, they spread to other parts of Ireland, with branches found in counties Tipperary, Limerick, and Waterford.
During British colonial rule, many Irish surnames, including O'Cahill, were anglicized or altered to conform to English naming conventions. This resulted in the dropping of the O' prefix, leading to the surname Cahill. Today, the name is still prevalent in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora worldwide, representing a connection to the proud history and ancient lineage of the O'Cahill clan.
I'm Bóru Cahill, 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 Cahill 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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