The surname Moody or Mudie has its roots in Irish history. It is an ancient name derived from the Gaelic word "madaidh," meaning "dog." In ancient Ireland, the name was often given to someone who exhibited characteristics associated with a dog, such as loyalty, bravery, or even cunning.
Throughout history, the Moody or Mudie name has been associated with various clans and families in different regions of Ireland. In some cases, it has been anglicized from the Irish surname "Ó Madaidh" or "Ó Muidhe," which means "descendant of Madaidh" or "descendant of Muidhe." These surnames were mainly found in counties such as Donegal, Sligo, and Roscommon.
During the medieval period, Ireland underwent English colonization, resulting in many Irish families adopting English surnames. This also affected the Moody or Mudie surname, which can be found in English records from the 16th century onwards. The name gradually spread to other parts of the British Isles and even beyond, as Irish emigrants carried their surname with them to new lands.
Today, the Moody or Mudie surname can still be found in various parts of Ireland, as well as in countries such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Many individuals with this surname take pride in their Irish heritage and the rich history associated with it.
I'm Bóru Moody, 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 Moody 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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