The surname Gorrie or Gorry is of Irish descent and has a long and fascinating history. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Gormghaile," which means "descendant of Gormghal." The prefix "Ó" indicates "grandson" or "descendant," and Gormghal is a personal name that means "blue valor" or "blue power."
The Gorrie or Gorry family was originally from County Offaly in Leinster, Ireland. They were members of the Gaelic nobility and were known for their bravery and loyalty in battle. The clan played an important role in Irish history and were often involved in conflicts with neighboring clans and the English invaders.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Irish families were forced to anglicize their names. As a result, the surname Gorry underwent various spelling changes, including Gorrie, Gorrey, and Gorry. This was done to conform to the English naming conventions and to avoid persecution.
Today, descendants of the Gorrie or Gorry family can be found all over the world, particularly in Ireland, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and Australia. They carry with them a rich heritage and a sense of pride in their Irish roots.
I'm Bóru Gorrie, 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 Gorrie 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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