The surname Chiesly, of Irish descent, has a rich and intriguing history. It originated from the Irish Gaelic name "Mac Giolla Iosa," which means "son of the servant of Jesus." The name Mac Giolla Iosa evolved over time and eventually became Anglicized to Chiesly.
The Chiesly family can trace its roots back to ancient Ireland, where they were originally a sept of the powerful O'Donnell clan. The sept served as hereditary poets and scholars to the O'Donnells, one of the leading Gaelic clans in Ireland. This prestigious position within the clan allowed the Chiesly family to gain prominence and influence.
During the 17th century, Ireland was ravaged by political and religious turmoil. Many Irish families, including the Chieslys, were forced to flee their homeland due to the English conquest and oppressive laws. As a result, several Chiesly families migrated to other parts of the world, including Scotland. It is believed that some Chieslys settled in Scotland and adopted the surname as an anglicized version of their original Irish name.
Today, the Chiesly surname is relatively rare, but it can still be found among individuals of Irish and Scottish descent. The name serves as a reminder of the ancestral ties between the Chieslys and their Gaelic heritage. Their history reflects the struggles and resilience of the Irish people throughout the centuries.
I'm Bóru Chiesly, 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 Chiesly 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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