The surname Heyne or O'Heyne is of Irish origin and is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name "Ó hÉighnigh," which is derived from the word "éan," meaning "bird." This suggests that the original bearers of the name may have been associated with characteristics attributed to a bird, such as swiftness or freedom.
The O'Heyne family hails from County Galway in the west of Ireland, where they were a significant sept of the larger Uí Fiachrach kin group. This group claimed descent from Fiachra, brother of Niall of the Nine Hostages, a legendary 5th-century High King of Ireland. The O'Heynes were chiefly located in the barony of Leitrim in Co. Galway, and they maintained their status as a leading family well into the medieval period, despite the pressures of Anglo-Norman invasions and later English colonization.
Over time, the O' prefix, which means "grandson of" or "descendent of," was often dropped, particularly after the 17th century when English rule imposed the anglicization of Irish names. Hence, "O'Heyne" became "Heyne" in many records. Despite the changes, the O'Heynes have managed to preserve their distinct identity through the centuries, with many bearing the name still found in the original homeland of their ancestors, as well as among the Irish diaspora around the world.
I'm Bóru Heyne, 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 Heyne 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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