The surname Carney is of Irish origin and has its roots deeply embedded in the country's rich history. Derived from the Irish Gaelic name Ó Cearnaigh, which means victorious champion, it was initially used as a patronymic surname, indicating descent from a male ancestor named Cearnach.
The Carney family can trace its origins to the ancient kingdom of Connacht in western Ireland. They were part of the Uí Maine, a powerful Gaelic tribe that controlled much of the region. The Uí Maine were renowned warriors and were closely associated with the legendary High King of Ireland, Brian Boru.
Over time, as Ireland became anglicized, the Ó Cearnaigh surname underwent various changes in spelling and pronunciation to eventually become Carney. Many Carney families migrated to other parts of Ireland or emigrated to other countries, such as the United States and Australia, during the turbulent times of the Irish diaspora.
Today, the Carney surname is still prevalent, particularly in the western regions of Ireland. It serves as a reminder of the proud Gaelic heritage and the resilience of the Irish people throughout history.
I'm Bóru Carney, 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 Carney 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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