The surname Harnie, of Irish descent, has a rich and intriguing history. The name Harnie is derived from the Irish Gaelic surname Ó hEatharné, which means "descendant of the iron man." The prefix "Ó" indicates that the family was of noble or aristocratic status. The surname originated in the province of Munster in southwestern Ireland.
During medieval times, Ireland experienced frequent Viking invasions. It is believed that the Harnie family may have descended from Norse settlers who arrived in Ireland during this period. These settlers likely intermarried with the local Irish population, adopting Gaelic surnames in the process.
Over the centuries, the Harnie family spread throughout Ireland and established themselves in various regions. They became prominent in areas such as County Cork, County Kerry, and County Limerick. Many Harnie individuals held positions of power and influence, serving as chieftains and warriors.
During the 19th century, Ireland faced significant challenges, including the Great Famine and political unrest. As a result, many Irish families, including the Harnie family, emigrated to countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia in search of better opportunities. Today, descendants of the Harnie family can be found worldwide, proudly carrying on their Irish heritage.
I'm Bóru Harnie, 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 Harnie 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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