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The surname Merry, or its variant O'Merry, has a rich history of Irish descent. It derives from the Gaelic surname Ó Meara, meaning "descendant of Meara." The name Meara itself is believed to come from the word "meadhair," which means "mirth" or "merriment" in Gaelic. Therefore, the surname Merry or O'Merry is closely associated with joy and happiness.
The O'Merry clan originated in County Offaly in the heart of Ireland. They were a prominent sept of the larger O'Connors, who were one of the most powerful Gaelic dynasties in ancient Ireland. The O'Merrys were renowned for their bravery and leadership in battle, and they held high positions within the O'Connor clan.
During the medieval period, the O'Merrys became part of the Gaelic nobility and were granted extensive lands and privileges. However, like many other Gaelic families, their power and influence declined with the arrival of English colonization in Ireland. The O'Merrys were eventually dispossessed of their ancestral lands and forced to adopt English surnames.
Despite these challenges, the surname Merry or O'Merry has survived and is still found among Irish communities today. It serves as a reminder of the proud Gaelic heritage and the importance of joy and mirth in Irish culture.
I'm Bóru Merry, 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 Merry 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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