The surname Looney or O'Lunney has a fascinating history, rooted in Irish descent.
The name originates from the Gaelic surname "Ó Luanaigh," which means "descendant of Luanach." Luanach is a personal name derived from the word "lúan," meaning "warrior" or "champion." The O'Lunney family is believed to have originated from County Cork in Ireland.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, Ireland experienced a period of turmoil and conflict due to English colonization. This resulted in many Irish families, including the O'Lunneys, being displaced from their ancestral lands and facing the suppression of their culture and traditions.
As a result of the Great Famine in the mid-19th century, many O'Lunneys emigrated from Ireland to seek better opportunities elsewhere, particularly in the United States. They settled in various parts of the country, particularly in New York City, where they formed communities and contributed to the growth and development of the city.
Today, the surname Looney or O'Lunney is still prevalent among Irish descendants, particularly in the United States. It serves as a reminder of the rich history and resilience of the Irish people, who have overcome adversity and made significant contributions to the societies they became part of.
I'm Bóru Looney, 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 Looney 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) |
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