The surname Foley has deep roots in Irish history and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Foghladha or Ó Foghlú. The name originally belonged to a prominent Irish clan that hailed from the southern province of Munster. The Foleys were considered to be a powerful and influential family in medieval times.
The word Foghladha translates to plunderer or pirate, suggesting that the original Foleys may have been involved in activities such as raiding and piracy. Over time, the clan expanded their influence and became prominent landowners, with territories in present-day County Cork and County Waterford.
During the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century, the Foley clan sided with the native Irish and actively resisted the English forces. They participated in numerous battles and skirmishes in an attempt to maintain their ancestral lands and Gaelic way of life.
As the centuries passed, many members of the Foley clan adopted the surname as their hereditary family name. Today, the surname is widely found among Irish communities, both in Ireland and in the Irish diaspora around the world. The name Foley carries with it a sense of pride in Irish heritage and a connection to a long and storied history.
I'm Bóru Foley, 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 Foley 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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