The surname Lilly, of Irish descent, has a fascinating history that can be traced back centuries.
The name Lilly is derived from the Gaelic name "O'Liathain," which means "descendant of Liathain." Liathain was an ancient Irish personal name that translates to "gray" or "gray-haired."
The Lily surname is primarily associated with County Cork in Ireland. The O'Liathain clan was once a prominent family in this region, and their descendants adopted the surname Lilly as a way to preserve their lineage.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, Ireland faced turbulent times due to English conquest and land confiscations. Many Irish families, including the Lillys, faced displacement and were forced to emigrate to other countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. As a result, the surname Lilly can now be found in various parts of the world, especially in areas with significant Irish diaspora communities.
Over time, the spelling of the surname may have evolved due to factors such as immigration officials' interpretations, dialectal influences, and personal preferences. Today, variations of the name Lilly, such as Lillie and Liley, can be encountered. Despite the changes, the Lilly surname continues to serve as a link to Irish ancestry and a testament to the resilience of the Irish people throughout history.
I'm Bóru Lilly, 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 Lilly 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.
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| Materials | Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam |
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| Colour | Brown |
| Age | Suitable for children from 36 months |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Weight | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Height | 30cm (11.8 inches) |
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