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The surname Moriarty, or O'Moriarty, has its roots in Ireland and is derived from the Irish Gaelic name Ó Muircheartaigh, meaning descendant of Muircheartach. The Gaelic name itself is composed of the elements muir, meaning sea, and ceartach, meaning skilled or warlike.
The Moriarty family is believed to have originated in County Kerry, located in southwestern Ireland. They were a sept of the larger Dál gCais tribal group, which was prominent in Munster, one of the four ancient provinces of Ireland. The clan was known for its warrior traditions and held a significant position in the region during the medieval period.
The Moriartys played a role in Irish history and were involved in various conflicts, including the Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century. Over time, they established themselves as an important noble family in Kerry, gaining positions of power and influence.
With the anglicization of Irish surnames in the 17th and 18th centuries, the prefix O was often dropped. Consequently, some individuals with the surname Ó Muircheartaigh became known simply as Moriarty.
Today, Moriarty is a fairly common surname among people of Irish descent, particularly those with roots in County Kerry. The name has also gained recognition through its association with the fictional character Professor James Moriarty, the arch-nemesis of Sherlock Holmes, created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
I'm Bóru Moriarty, 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 Moriarty 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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