The surname Wheatley has its origins in the Gaelic language and is of Irish descent. It is derived from the Old Gaelic surname Mac Coitir, which means "son of Coitir." The prefix "mac" signifies "son of," and Coitir is believed to have been a personal name or a descriptive term.
The Wheatley family can be traced back to County Mayo in western Ireland. They were originally part of the native Gaelic nobility, with their seat of power in the barony of Burrishoole. Over time, they spread across other counties in Ireland, including Galway, Roscommon, and Sligo.
During the turbulent times of Irish history, the Wheatley family faced the challenges of English colonization and the resulting social and political upheaval. Many members of the family fought against English rule and participated in various rebellions, including the famous 1798 rebellion led by the United Irishmen.
Due to the Great Famine in the mid-19th century, many Irish families, including the Wheatleys, emigrated to seek better opportunities in other countries, particularly the United States. Today, descendants of the Wheatley family can be found in various parts of the world, maintaining their Irish heritage and contributing to their adopted societies.
I'm Bóru Wheatley, 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 Wheatley 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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