The surname Harvey has a rich history, particularly among people of Irish descent. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó hEarchaidh" or "Ó hAirmheartaigh," which translates to "descendant of Earchadh" or "descendant of Airmedhaigh."
The name Earchadh is believed to have originated from the Gaelic word "eirch," meaning "horses," suggesting that the original bearers of the name were likely involved in horse breeding or horsemanship.
The Harvey clan has ancient roots in Ireland and was primarily associated with the province of Ulster. They were known for their strong ties to the land and their prowess in battle.
During the 17th century, like many Irish families, the Harvey clan faced upheaval and displacement due to English colonization. Many Harveys were forced to leave their ancestral lands and seek refuge elsewhere, including in other parts of Ireland or even emigrating to other countries such as the United States or Canada. This dispersal resulted in the spread of the Harvey surname across different regions, leading to the establishment of various Harvey family branches.
Today, the Harvey surname remains prevalent among people of Irish descent, serving as a reminder of their ancestral roots and enduring resilience.
I'm Bóru Harvey, 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.
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
roghanna loingseoireachta ar fáil freisin agus tú ag seiceáil amach).
Sa chás nach dócha nach bhfuil tú sásta le do cheannach cuirimid ráthaíocht iomlán airgid 30 lá ar fáil.
| Ábhair | Snáithínlíonadh poileistear. Cúr polúireatán |
|---|---|
| Dath | Brown |
| Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
| Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |
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