The surname Galwey is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Gallchobhair, meaning descendant of Gallchobhair. The name Gallchobhair is a combination of the words gall, meaning foreigner, and cobhair, meaning aid or help. This suggests that the original bearer of the surname may have been a foreigner who provided aid or assistance to the local community, and was thus given this name as a form of recognition.
The Galwey name is primarily found in the Munster region of Ireland, particularly in counties Cork and Kerry. The Galwey family is said to be descended from the O'Connors, an ancient royal family of Ireland. The Galweys were known for their involvement in politics, land ownership, and military service.
The Galwey name has a long history in Ireland, and many individuals with this surname have played important roles in Irish society. Over the years, the name has spread beyond Ireland, particularly to other English-speaking countries. Today, there are Galwey families and individuals found in the United States, Canada, Australia, and other parts of the world as a result of migration and emigration from Ireland.
I'm Bóru Galwey, 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 Galwey 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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