The surname Murphy, derived from the Gaelic name Ó Murchadha or Mac Murchadha, has a rich history rooted in Irish descent. It is one of the most common surnames in Ireland, with its origins tracing back to ancient times.
The name Ó Murchadha originally meant descendant of Murchadh, a Gaelic personal name meaning sea warrior. The Murphys were part of the Dál gCais tribe, who ruled the kingdom of Thomond in present-day County Clare. They were renowned warriors and held high status in Irish society.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, Ireland faced English colonization, which led to the downfall of Gaelic culture. The Murphys, like many other Irish families, were displaced and forced to adopt an anglicized version of their name. Thus, they became known as Murphy.
Despite the hardships faced, the Murphy name persisted, and many Irish emigrants carried it with them during mass migrations to countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia. This contributed to the surname's global prevalence and recognition.
Today, Murphys can be found all around the world, proudly preserving their Irish heritage. The name Murphy serves as a reminder of the resilience and enduring spirit of the Irish people throughout history.
I'm Bóru Murphy, 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 Murphy 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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