The surname McCormick is of Irish origin and can be traced back to ancient Gaelic roots. It is derived from the Irish name Mac Cormaic, which means son of Cormac. Cormac, derived from the Gaelic word corbmac, combines corb meaning charioteer and mac meaning son. The Mac Cormaics were a powerful clan who held prominence in medieval Ireland.
The McCormicks were historically associated with County Tyrone, situated in the northern province of Ulster. They were part of the larger O'Neill clan, who were descendants of Niall of the Nine Hostages, a legendary Irish king. The O'Neills were one of the most influential dynasties in Irish history.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many McCormicks faced significant hardship and were displaced from their ancestral lands. This forced migration often resulted in the dispersal of the surname throughout Ireland and beyond. As a result, McCormicks can now be found in various parts of the world, particularly in countries with large Irish diasporas such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Today, the surname McCormick remains a prominent Irish surname, serving as a reminder of the ancestral heritage and enduring legacy of the McCormick clan in Ireland.
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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.
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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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