The surname Gorney is of Irish descent and has a fascinating history. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Gormáin," which means "descendant of Gormán." The name Gormán itself is derived from the word "gorm," meaning blue or green. In ancient Ireland, these colors were associated with nobility and beauty.
The Gorney family can trace its roots back to the Gaelic kingdom of Dal Riada in present-day County Antrim, Northern Ireland. They were prominent members of the local community and held positions of authority within the kingdom.
During the tumultuous times of English colonization, many Irish families, including the Gorneys, were subjected to various hardships. The Penal Laws enacted by the English government aimed to suppress Irish culture and restrict the rights of Catholics. This forced many Irish families to adopt anglicized surnames or to flee their homeland altogether.
The Gorneys, however, managed to preserve their ancestral name despite the challenges they faced. They became part of the Irish diaspora, spreading across the world in search of better opportunities. Today, descendants of the Gorney family can be found in various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
The surname Gorney is a reminder of the resilience and determination of the Irish people in the face of adversity. It represents a link to their rich ancestral heritage and serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Gorney family.
I'm Bóru Gorney, 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 Gorney 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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