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The surname Halie or O'Halie is of Irish origin and is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Ó hÁile, which means descendant of Áile. The Gaelic prefix Ó indicates descendant of, while Áile is a personal name, possibly derived from the word ál, meaning rock or stony place.
The O'Halie clan originated in County Limerick in the province of Munster, Ireland. They were part of the Dál gCais, a powerful Gaelic tribe that dominated the region during the medieval period. The clan was closely associated with the O'Brien dynasty and played a significant role in Irish history, particularly in the defense of their homeland against Norman invaders.
During the centuries of English rule in Ireland, many Irish surnames were anglicized, and the prefix O' was often dropped. As a result, the surname Halie or O'Halie may have become simply Halie or Haley in some cases.
The O'Halie surname has spread beyond Ireland through emigration, particularly to the United States, Canada, and Australia, where descendants of Irish immigrants have continued to carry on the name. Today, the surname Halie or O'Halie serves as a reminder of the rich and ancient history of the Irish people.
I'm Bóru Halie, 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 Halie 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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