The surname Farley, or its variant O'Farley, has its origins in Ireland and is derived from the Irish Gaelic name Ó Fearghaile. The prefix Ó denotes descendant of, while Fearghaile is believed to be derived from the Old Irish word fearghal, meaning man of valor or man of valor and generosity.
The Farleys/O'Farleys were historically associated with County Longford and County Westmeath in the province of Leinster, Ireland. They were part of the clan system that characterized Gaelic society, with the chieftain of the clan being the head of the Farley family.
During the medieval period, Ireland underwent English colonization, and many Irish families, including the Farleys, faced displacement and loss of their lands. Consequently, numerous Farleys migrated to other parts of Ireland or emigrated to other countries, especially during the Great Famine of the mid-19th century.
As a result of these migrations, Farleys or O'Farleys can be found today not only in Ireland but also in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Many descendants of the Farley family have carried their ancestral name and Irish heritage with pride, contributing to the diverse Irish diaspora around the world.
I'm Bóru Farley, 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 Farley 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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