The surname MacAuley, also spelled Macauley or MacAulay, has its origins in Ireland. It is an Anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic surname MacAmhalghaidh, meaning "son of Amhalghaidh." The prefix "Mac" means "son of," while "Amhalghaidh" is derived from the personal name Amhalghadh, which itself means "valorous" or "mighty."
The MacAuley family is believed to have originated in County Derry in Northern Ireland and later spread to other parts of the country, such as County Antrim and County Donegal. They were part of the larger Clan Donald, which was one of the most powerful clans in Scotland and Ireland during the medieval period.
The MacAuley surname first appeared in historical records in the 16th century. Over time, different branches of the family adopted variations of the surname, such as Macauley, MacAulay, and McCauley. Many MacAuleys were actively involved in the political and military affairs of Ireland, especially during the time of the Gaelic lordships and later the struggle for Irish independence.
Today, people with the MacAuley surname can still be found in Ireland, as well as in other parts of the world where Irish immigrants settled, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The surname continues to carry a sense of pride and connection to Irish heritage for those who bear it.
I'm Bóru MacAuley, 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 MacAuley 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.
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) |
Gaeilge
English