The surname Wolseley has its roots in Irish descent, hailing from the Gaelic name Ó Fearghail, which translates to "descendant of Fearghal." Fearghal was a popular personal name in ancient Ireland, derived from the words "fear," meaning "man," and "gal," meaning "valorous" or "mighty." The Ó Fearghail clan originated in the province of Leinster and were known for their bravery and warrior-like nature.
The clan's territory was centered around the present-day counties of Offaly and Westmeath. They were a prominent force in Irish history, often involved in conflicts and alliances with other powerful families and clans.
During the English conquest of Ireland in the 16th and 17th centuries, many Irish families, including the Ó Fearghail clan, faced displacement and dispersion. Some members of the clan took on the surname Wolseley, which was an anglicized version of Ó Fearghail. This change in surname was often a result of pressure to assimilate into English culture and to distance themselves from their Irish heritage.
Today, individuals with the surname Wolseley of Irish descent can trace their ancestry back to the Ó Fearghail clan and their significant contributions to Irish history and culture.
I'm Bóru Wolseley, 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 Wolseley 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) |