The surname Conroy, or O'Mulconroy in its more ancient form, is of Irish origin and is deeply rooted in the country's history. The name itself is an anglicization of the Gaelic O Maolconaire, composed of the prefix O, meaning descendant of, and Maolconaire, which signifies a devotee or follower of St. Conaire.
Historically, the O'Mulconroys were part of the hereditary class of professional poets and historians in Ireland, known as the Gaelic bards, who were highly respected in Irish society for their knowledge and the preservation of oral tradition. They served as the chroniclers of history, genealogy, and literature for the Irish chieftains and nobles.
The family originally hailed from the province of Connacht in the west of Ireland, particularly associated with the counties of Roscommon and Galway. The town of Elphin in County Roscommon is often mentioned in association with the Conroys due to its significance as a historical center of learning and ecclesiastical importance.
Over time, as English rule imposed changes on Irish society and surnames were anglicized, the name O'Mulconroy evolved into Conroy and other variations. Despite the anglicization, many Conroys have retained a strong sense of their Irish heritage and continue to celebrate their ancestral roots. The Conroy surname is still commonly found in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora around the world.
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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
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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 |
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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) |