The surname Tierney has its origins in Ireland, where it is considered to be of Gaelic origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic word ó Tighearnaigh, which means descendant of Tighearnach. Tighearnach itself translates to lord or master.
The Tierneys were a prominent sept of the O'Connors, who were a powerful Gaelic clan. They were originally located in County Donegal in northwest Ireland, where they held significant influence. Over time, the Tierneys spread across the country and established themselves in other regions, including County Galway, County Clare, and County Tipperary.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Irish families, including the Tierneys, faced oppression and were forced to leave their homeland. This led to the migration of Tierneys to different parts of the world, particularly to the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Today, descendants of these Irish immigrants can be found all over the globe.
The Tierney name has become well-known and respected, with several notable individuals bearing the surname. These include actors Maura Tierney and Gene Tierney, as well as journalist Bill Tierney. The name continues to be a proud symbol of Irish heritage and a reminder of the resilience and strength of the Irish people throughout history.
I'm Bóru Tierney, 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 Tierney 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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