The surname Dempsey, or O'Dempsey, has its origins in Ireland and is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Ó Díomasaigh, which means descendant of Diomasach. The name Diomasach is derived from the Irish word diomas, meaning proud or arrogant. The Dempsey clan originated in County Offaly in the ancient province of Leinster and was part of the ruling family of Ui Failghe.
The Dempsey family played a significant role in Irish history, particularly during the medieval period. They were considered one of the leading families in Offaly and were known for their strong military and political influence. The Dempseys were closely associated with the O'Connors, the ruling family of Offaly, and were involved in numerous conflicts and battles throughout the centuries.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, many Dempseys emigrated from Ireland to escape poverty and religious persecution, particularly during the Great Famine. As a result, the surname Dempsey can be found in many English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, Canada, and Australia, where descendants of Irish immigrants established new communities and continued to honor their heritage.
Today, the surname Dempsey is still relatively common in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora, and many people proudly trace their ancestry back to the Dempsey clan of County Offaly.
I'm Bóru Dempsey, 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.
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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.
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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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