The surname Herlihy or O'Herlihy has its roots in the rich tapestry of Irish history. Deriving from the Gaelic "O'hIrghileach," which means "descendant of Irghileach," the name has connotations of long-standing heritage. The prefix "O" signifies "descendant of" and was commonly used in Gaelic surnames.
The progenitor of the name, Irghileach, is believed to have been a warrior or chief of significant stature. The O'Herlihys are said to have descended from Eoghanacht, a major royal dynasty in southern Ireland from which many prominent families of Munster trace their lineage. This dynasty was named after Eoghan Mor, who was the son of the semi-mythical 3rd-century Irish king, Oilill Olum.
The family originally held territory in the area of what is now the county of Cork, particularly around the region of Ivaha in the west, which was their ancient principality. Over time, the O'Herlihys spread to other parts of Cork, as well as into Kerry. Despite the spread of the family, the core of their identity remained strongly tied to their Munster origins.
Throughout history, members of the O'Herlihy family have preserved their cultural identity, contributing significantly to Ireland's political, clerical, and cultural life, even as the use of Gaelic surnames waned under English rule. Today, the Herlihy surname is a proud emblem of Ireland's enduring legacy.
I'm Bóru Herlihy, 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 Herlihy 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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