The surname Hussey, also known as O'Hosey in its Gaelic form, is of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó hEodhasa" which translates to "descendant of Eodhas," meaning "descendant of the deer." The name marks its origin from County Galway and County Mayo in the province of Connacht, western Ireland.
The family was part of the native Gaelic septs who were renowned for their contributions to literature, particularly as poets and scholars. The O'Hosey's were hereditary poets to the O'Conors, the Kings of Connacht, suggesting their high social standing. Over centuries, their name underwent anglicization and different phonetic interpretations, leading to variants such as Hosey, Hussey, O'Hosey, and O'Hussey.
Following the Norman invasion in the 12th century, another family of Husseys arrived from England, settling in County Kerry. Despite their shared anglicized surname, these two sets of Husseys are distinct from one another. The English Husseys eventually became more Irish than the Irish themselves, adopting local customs and ways, and hence became an integral part of Irish history.
The Hussey families, regardless of their origin, played significant roles in Irish history and their descendants carry the legacy worldwide. Their contributions have immensely shaped the cultural, political, and social landscapes of Ireland.
I'm Bóru Hussey, 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 Hussey 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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