The surname Dorney or O'Dorney is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic O'Duorna, meaning descendant of Duorn, a personal name meaning fist.
The O'Dorney family originally hails from County Limerick in the province of Munster, Ireland. The O'Dorneys were a prominent sept of the O'Connors and they were once chiefs of the territory of Ui Máine, which is now part of County Galway. The family was known for their strength and resilience, as well as their prowess in battle.
During the 17th century, the O'Dorney family, like many Irish families, fell victim to the English conquest of Ireland and the subsequent Penal Laws. Many O'Dorneys were forced to flee their homeland, while others were killed or imprisoned. As a result, the O'Dorney surname spread to other parts of Ireland and eventually to other countries as members of the family sought refuge and new opportunities abroad.
Today, the surname Dorney or O'Dorney can be found in Ireland, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and other countries with a significant Irish diaspora. The family name continues to be a symbol of Irish heritage and resilience.
I'm Bóru Dorney, 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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