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The surname Devaney or O'Devaney has its roots in Irish heritage. It is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Dubhánaigh, which means descendant of Dubhán. Dubhán, in turn, is derived from the word dubh, meaning black.
The O'Devaneys were originally a prominent family in County Galway, located in western Ireland. They were part of the Uí Maine tribal group and held significant power and influence in the region. Over time, the O'Devaney name spread to other parts of Ireland, such as County Mayo and County Roscommon.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, Ireland faced colonization and domination by English and Scottish settlers. This led to the decline of many Gaelic Irish families, including the O'Devaneys. Many O'Devaney families were displaced from their lands and forced to move to other parts of Ireland or emigrate to other countries.
Today, the surname Devaney or O'Devaney can be found not only in Ireland but also in countries with significant Irish diaspora, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Many individuals with this surname proudly embrace their Irish heritage and continue to celebrate their ancestral roots.
I'm Bóru Devaney, 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 Devaney 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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