{"title":"Heraldic Irish Family Names","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse our range of Traditional Irish Family Crests\/Heraldics here. We have a collection of coasters, keyrings, magnets, family crest plaques and more. Display your family name with pride in your home with a tasteful plaque or make identifying your keys easy. Celebrate the heritage and meaning behind your family's Irish name! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Irish Surnames A\" href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-a\"\u003eSurnames A;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-b\"\u003eSurnames B;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-c\"\u003eSurnames C\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-d\"\u003eSurnames D\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-e\"\u003eSurnames E;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-f\"\u003eSurnames F;  \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-g\"\u003eSurnames G;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-h\"\u003eSurnames H;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-i\"\u003eSurnames I: \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-j\"\u003eSurnames J;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-k\"\u003eSurnames K;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-l\"\u003eSurnames L;  \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-m\"\u003eSurnames M;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-n\"\u003eSurnames N;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-n-1\"\u003eSurnames O\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-o\"\u003e;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-p\"\u003eSurnames P;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-q\"\u003eSurnames Q;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-r\"\u003eSurnames R;\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-s\"\u003eSurnames S;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-t\"\u003eSurnames T;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-u\"\u003eSurnames U;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-v\"\u003eSurnames V;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-w\"\u003eSurnames W;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-x\"\u003eSurnames X;\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-y\"\u003eSurnames Y; \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishgiftsbykeoghs.com\/collections\/surnames-z\"\u003eSurnames Z;\u003c\/a\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ahern-heraldic-coaster-2-pack","title":"Ahern Heraldic Coaster 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIrish Family Surnames developed a wide number of variants over the centuries. Many different spelling variations of the same name can be traced back to a single original root. Also, when a bearer of a name emigrated from Ireland it was not uncommon that their original name would be incorrectly transcribed in the record books upon arrival at their new location. Some names have dozens of spelling variations. Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Ahern include Aherne, Hearne and O'Heffron. These families were originally a Dalcassian Sept and up to the middle of the fourteenth century they were dynasts of Ui Cearnaigh, their territory being in the neighbourhood of Sixmile Bridge, County Clare, not far from the city of Limerick. In the course of time they migrated Southwards and in 1659, when the Petty Census was taken, the name was numerous throughout Counties Cork and Waterford. At the present time Ahern is confined to Counties Cork and Limerick. A most noteworthy bearer of the name in modern history was John Aherne, 1796-1806, United Irishman and a friend of Wolfe Tone. The Ahern family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalised art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Ahern descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087712649558,"sku":"AhCo2","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/ahern_c6546635-fc97-49ee-9c4f-83aa4789c646.webp?v=1756450315"},{"product_id":"armstrong-heraldic-coaster-2-pack","title":"Armstrong Heraldic Coaster 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eIrish Family Surnames developed a wide number of variants over the centuries. Many different spelling variations of the same name can be traced back to a single original root. Also, when a bearer of a name emigrated from Ireland it was not uncommon that their original name would be incorrectly transcribed in the record books upon arrival at their new location. Some names have dozens of spelling variations. Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Armstrong include Armstrong. The progenitor of this powerful Clan was Fairbairn, an aritour bearer of the King of Scotland. He went to the assistance of his King when in battle, and was wounded in the thigh. For his noble deed the King granted him lands on the borders and gave him the name Armstrong. The Armstrongs were numerous and warlike and held their border lands, chiefly in Liddesdale, with ease. The principle branch of the Clan, was the Armstrongs of Gilnockie. In the sixteenth century John Armstrong of Gilnockie was captured through a plan of King James V, and was hanged at Carlingrigg, with many of his followers. In Ireland this name and its variants were introduced into Ulster Province by settlers who arrived from England and Scotland, especially during the seventeenth century. During the 'Plantations of Ireland' in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries Ireland was colonized by the English Crown with this period marking the end of Gaelic supremacy in Ireland. This period brought an influx of settlers into the country but, unlike the earlier Anglo-Norman invasion of the twelfth century that resulted in a full integration into Irish society of the new arrivals, the same never occurred with the Ulster Planters who maintained their own distinct identity. Armstrong is also an occasional anglicized form of several Gaelic names that are more usually anglicized as Traynor and Lavery. The Armstrong family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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The first of the name are very numerous in Counties Cork, Mayo and Galway and are known as the Munster Barretts, and although of less importance in the mediaeval period, were nevertheless influential enough to give their name to the territory called Barrett's country, in County Cork. The Barretts who owned a large part of north Mayo were Lords of Tirawley and founded there the sept with the Chief known as MacWattin. These families became completely integrated into Irish society with 'Baroid' and 'Baireid' being the Gaelic forms of their original name. The Barrett family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Barrett descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087751086422,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/Barrett.webp?v=1756450314"},{"product_id":"barry-herald-coaster-2-pack","title":"Barry Herald Coaster 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSurnames developed a wide number of variants over the centuries. Many different spelling variations of the same name can be traced back to a single original root. Also, when a bearer of a name emigrated from Ireland it was not uncommon that their original name would be incorrectly transcribed in the record books upon arrival at their new location. Some names have dozens of spelling variations. Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Barry include Barrie and Barrey. Meaning 'spear like', this name is of Anglo-Norman descent spreading to Ireland, Scotland and Wales in early times and is found in many mediaeval manuscripts in these countries. Examples of such are a William Barry of Buckinghamshire, England, who was recorded in the 'Hundred Rolls' in the year 1273. In Scotland a William de Barry was collector of contributions in Gowry sub Yleff in 1360. In Ireland the name was introduced following the Anglo-Norman invasion and can be regarded there as essentially Irish. They formed several Septs, the Chiefs of which were Barry Mor, Barry Og and Barry Roe. The first to arrive in this country was Philip de Barri, in the year 1179, who obtained grants of land in Barrymore, Orrery and Kinelea. Since the twelfth century the family has been seated in County Cork and in the present day half of the Irish Barrys are still found there. The Barry family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Barry descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087768650070,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/Barry.webp?v=1756450313"},{"product_id":"bell-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Bell Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSurnames developed a wide number of variants over the centuries. Many different spelling variations of the same name can be traced back to a single original root. Also, when a bearer of a name emigrated from Ireland it was not uncommon that their original name would be incorrectly transcribed in the record books upon arrival at their new location. Some names have dozens of spelling variations. Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Bell include Belle, Bellison and Belson. This is a name of great antiquity taken from the French 'bel' meaning 'beautiful'. This name is of Anglo-Norman descent spreading to Ireland, Scotland and Wales in early times and is found in many mediaeval manuscripts in these countries. Examples of such are a William Bel, Vicar of Lamberton, England, who witnessed a charter to Coldingham Priory, in the year 1271. A Thomas Belle was recorded as a juror on an inquest at Dumfries, Scotland, in the year 1304. A Ralf le Bele, Cambridge, a Hugh le Bele, Oxford, and a Thomas le Bel, Suffolk, were all recorded in the 'Hundred Rolls', in the year 1273. In Ireland this name and its variants were introduced into Ulster Province by settlers who arrived from England and Scotland, especially during the seventeenth century. During the 'Plantations of Ireland' in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries Ireland was colonized by the English Crown with this period marking the end of Gaelic supremacy in Ireland. This period brought an influx of settlers into the country but, unlike the earlier Anglo-Norman invasion of the twelfth century that resulted in a full integration into Irish society of the new arrivals, the same never occurred with the Ulster Planters who maintained their own distinct identity. The Bell family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Bell descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087777071446,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/bell.webp?v=1756450313"},{"product_id":"boland-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Boland Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe name Boland is of ancient Irish origin and is derived from two distinct O'Beollain septs. A sept or clan is a collective term describing a group of persons whose immediate ancestors bore a common surname and inhabited the same territory. It is also the case that many Irish septs or clans that are related often belong to a larger groups, sometimes called tribes. For example the 'Tribes of Galway' consisted of fourteen distinct families. The 'Tribes of Kilkenny' were ten families, etc. One sept was of the Ui Fiachrach, seated at Doonaltan in County Sligo where they were erenaghs of the Church of Saint Columban. A separate Dalcassian sept was descended from Mahon, brother of Brian Boru. In modern times the Bolands and O'Bolans are found in north Connacht Province and in the eastern part of County Clare where the village of Ballybolan still survives. The ancient texts 'The Annals of the Four Matsters' contain several references to the name. Boland Mill was the scene of a famous encounter in the Easter Rising of 1916, in which the Irish revolutionary Harry Boland played a part. The Boland family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Boland descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087827992918,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/boland.webp?v=1756450312"},{"product_id":"boyle-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Boyle Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eBoyle is an Irish surname meaning 'having profitable pledges'. In old Irish the name is Baigell. The O'Boyles are of true Irish descent and had a strong sept in County Donegal, with the chieftain situated at Cloghineely. They shared the leadership with the O'Donnells and the O'Doughertys. Ballyweel, in Donegal, means home of the O'Boyles. The more famous Boyles were of the Anglo-Saxon race. One Richard Boyle who landed in 1588, was the first colonial millionaire, and acquired most of the property of the executed Sir Walter Raleigh in County Wexford. The Boyle family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Boyle descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087850996054,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/boyle.webp?v=1756450311"},{"product_id":"boylan-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Boylan Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eBoylan and Boyan are Irish names derived from a Gaelic sept of Oriel, which arose originally from the same stock as the O'Flanagans of Fermanagh who were in early medieval times located in a widespread territory stretching from Fermanagh to Louth. Later they were reduced by the McMahons, but still retained the greater part of the Barony of Datary in County Monaghan. O'Dugan in his fourteenth century 'Topographical Poem' praises them for their horsemanship and comments on their blue eyes, calling them 'the bold Kings of Dartry'. They are still more numerous in the Monaghan, Cavan and Meath area than elsewhere. In Gaelic the name is O' Baoigheallain. The Boylan family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Boylan descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087871574358,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/boylan.webp?v=1756450311"},{"product_id":"brady-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Brady Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMost families of Brady take their name from the MacBradaigh Gaelic sept. A sept or clan is a collective term describing a group of persons whose immediate ancestors bore a common surname and inhabited the same territory. It is also the case that many Irish septs or clans that are related often belong to a larger groups, sometimes called tribes. For example the 'Tribes of Galway' consisted of fourteen distinct families. The 'Tribes of Kilkenny' were ten families, etc. The Bradys were a powerful sept, belonging to Breffny, holding the territory east of Cavan Town. The ancient document 'The Four Masters' record many illustrious Chiefs of the name. A number of families of Brady are also found in the district around the village of Tuamgraney, County Clare. Although the Bradys are today very numerous throughout Ireland the great majority are still to be found in County Cavan. Many of the name have distinguished themselves in Irish history, the most notable being Fiachra MacBrady, 1710, a well renowned poet. William Maziere Brady, 1825-1894, was author of 'Episcopal Succession in England, Ireland and Scotland'. A branch of the O'Gradaigh sept of County Clare, whose names was more often anglicized as O'Grady, changed their name to Brady in the sixteenth century. The Brady family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Brady descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087906406742,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/brady.webp?v=1756450310"},{"product_id":"breen-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Breen Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name Breen is of Irish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e descent and is found widely throughout Ireland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The original forms of this Gaelic name were MacBraoin and O'Braoin but both have been anglicized as Breen. The most important sept of the name in mediaeval times was that which possessed a territory in Counties Westmeath and Offaly, near Athlone. Their Chief was Lord of Brawney. \u003c\/span\u003eA sept or clan is a collective term\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edescribing a group of persons whose immediate ancestors bore a common surname and inhabited the same territory. It is also the case that many Irish\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esepts or clans that are related often belong to a larger groups, sometimes called tribes. For example the 'Tribes of Galway' consisted of fourteen distinct families. The 'Tribes of Kilkenny' were ten families, etc. As\u003cspan\u003e late as 1421 O'Breen of Brawney is mentioned as one of the great Chieftains of Ireland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The infamous Jemmy O'Brien of 1798 was an O'Breen, not an O'Brien of Thomond. The most famous of the name was Dan Breen who was a prominent figure on the Irish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e side during the War of Independence, 1919-1922.The \u003c\/span\u003eBreen\u003cspan\u003e family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecentury although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including \u003c\/span\u003eBreen\u003cspan\u003e descendants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087945105750,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/breen.webp?v=1756450310"},{"product_id":"browne-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Browne Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe name Browne in Ireland is either of Anglo-Norman or English origin. The Norman Le Bruns settled in Galway in the twelfth century whilst another large English family settled in County Kerry in the seventeenth century. Still others will be of Scottish origin, particularly those who are of Ulster descent, where the name is to be most frequently found. A Sept is an ancient Clan-like collective describing a group of persons whose immediate ancestors bore a common surname and inhabited the same territory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51088002613590,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/browne.webp?v=1756450309"},{"product_id":"buckley-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Buckley Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeaning 'dweller at the buck deer meadow', this name is of Anglo-Saxon descent spreading to the Celtic countries of Ireland, Scotland and Wales in early times and is found in many mediaeval manuscripts throughout the above islands. Examples of such are a David de Buckelay of Yorkshire, England who was recorded in the 'Hundred Rolls' in the year 1273. In Ireland the name was quite common in County Offaly, where it appeared in the 1659 petty census. A family of Buckleys claim to be the descendants of the 'Cow Herd of Saint Manahan', and hereditary bearers of the shrine. The Gaelic form of the name is O'Buachalla, the sept being located in County Offaly. A sept or clan is a collective term describing a group of persons whose immediate ancestors bore a common surname and inhabited the same territory. It is also the case that many Irish septs or clans that are related often belong to a larger groups, sometimes called tribes. For example the 'Tribes of Galway' consisted of fourteen distinct families. The 'Tribes of Kilkenny' were ten families, etc. In modern times the name is most often found in Counties Cork and Kerry. The Buckley family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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The Burkes formed several septs, which were known as MacWilliam Vachtar (Galway), MacWilliam Iochtar (Mayo), MacDavie, MacGibbon, MacHugo, MacRedmond and MacSeoinin. After the battle of Kinsale, the leading Burkes displayed more loyalty to their King rather than their country. When the loyalties coincided during James II rule, they were found to be the leading men of the Confederate Catholics. The Burke family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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It is reasonable to assume that the Darcys of the east midlands of Ireland are of that stock. There were other minor septs, one in County May located near Lough Mask. The other in east Galway was a branch of the Ui Maine. In the famous ancient manuscript 'The Annals of Loch Ce' the name MacDarcy appears as that of a County Leitrim Chieftain in the years 1384 and 1403.The Darcy family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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Michael Ronald Delaney was a champion athlete at the 1956 Olympic Games, and came from Dublin.The Delaney family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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The Dillons were powerful and influential in the twelfth century, their main territory being Westmeath where an area is known as 'Dillon's Country'. Some of the family migrated to France where they became proprietors of Dillons Regiment. They were created Counts in 1711 and their descendants are still to be found in France and in County Sligo. The present Lord Dillon is nineteenth Viscount of Costello-Gallen. The Dillon family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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It is also the case that many Irish septs or clans that are related often belong to a larger groups, sometimes called tribes. For example the 'Tribes of Galway' consisted of fourteen distinct families. The 'Tribes of Kilkenny' were ten families, etc. They settled in the lands around Inishowen in the fourteenth century, but as a result of an ill-timed rebellion by Sir Cahir O'Doherty in the year 1608, their gains were greatly reduced. From David O'Doherty, a Chief of Cinel Conaill who was killed in the year 1208, descend the MacDevitts who are also numerous in Inishowen. The name Dorrity is an occasional variant spelling of Doherty in Oriel. The O'Dubhartaigh sept of County Tipperary usually anglicized their name as Doorty but also occasionally changed their native name to Doherty, especially in County Cork. The Doherty family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. 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The Chief was hereditary Marshal of the O'Neills military forces and they were noted soldiers in early times. Another Sept called in English O'Donnelly, but in Irish O'Donnghalaigh, belonged to Lower Ormond in County Tipperary, but there are few survivors there today. In modern times the Donnellys are more frequently found in America and Canada than in Ireland. The Donnelly family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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The Duffys were erenaghs and coards there for eight hundred years. The Connacht sept near Strokestown, whose territory was Lissyduffy which was named after them, was remarkable for the number of ecclesiastics it produced. This name is one of the most popular in Ireland. Cele Duffy, Archbishop of Tuam, was King Roderick O'Connors Ambassador to Henry II in 1175. This family was occupied with ecclesiastical art and was responsible for creating the famous 'Cross of Cong'. The Duffy family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. The new more formalized art of Heraldry made it possible for families and even individual family members to have their very own family crest, coat of arms, including Dunne descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keoghs Irish Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51143997456726,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/3615\/8038\/files\/dunne.webp?v=1756450288"},{"product_id":"egan-heraldic-coasters-2-pack","title":"Egan Heraldic Coasters 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSurnames developed a wide number of variants over the centuries. Many different spelling variations of the same name can be traced back to a single original root. Also, when a bearer of a name emigrated from Ireland it was not uncommon that their original name would be incorrectly transcribed in the record books upon arrival at their new location. Some names have dozens of spelling variations. Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Egan include Eagan, Keegan and Hegan. These names are derived from the Gaelic MacAodhagain sept. The variant anglicized form of MacEgan is very rarely used in modern times. A sept or clan is a collective term describing a group of persons whose immediate ancestors bore a common surname and inhabited the same territory. It is also the case that many Irish septs or clans that are related often belong to a larger groups, sometimes called tribes. For example the 'Tribes of Galway' consisted of fourteen distinct families. The 'Tribes of Kilkenny' were ten families, etc. These families were great lawyers and belonged to the famous Ui Maine. They settled in Ormond, especially in Counties Tipperary, Kilkenny and Offaly, where the most important Chief Brehon, to the O'Connor Faly, was MacEgan. In some parts of Leinster and Connacht their name was changed to Keegan during the period of Gaelic submergence. Owen MacEgan, 1570-1603, was Bishop-designate of Ross, and was a prominent supporter of Tyrone in the Elizabethan Wars. The Egan family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Farrell include O'Farrell and Frahill. This Irish sept was O'Farrell of Annaly, County Longford, and the chief who was known as Lord of Annaly, resided at O'Farrell's Fortress, hence the name of the town and County. The sept then formed two divisions, the chiefs of which were O'Farrell Boy and O'Farrell Bane. There were a great number of distinguished churchmen of the name, of whom Capuchin Father Richard O'Farrell, 1615-1663, of Annaly, was the most notable. The O'Farrells were not overwhelmed like the great majority of other Irish septs and played a worthy roll in resistance to the English. The great majority of present day bearers of these names are to be found in County Longford and in the surrounding areas. The variant Frahill is most commonly found in County Mayo. The Farrell family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Ferguson include Fergusson, Farguson, Fargusson, Fargie and Fergie. The Fergusons are of Scottish Celtic origin. They were long settled in Argyll where the Chiefs of the Clan Fhearghuis of Strachur were hereditary Maers of Glenshellich. Fergusson of Dunfallandy has long been Chief of the Fergussons in Atholl. Two of the Clan, sons of Laird of Badyfarow, near Inverury, figured prominently. 'Robert and Plotter', concerned in the Ryehouse Plot, escaped detection and died in 1714. James, a major General, served under Marlborough at Blenheim. The Fergussons, Baronets of Kilkerran, have held lands in Ayrshire since the reign of Robert I. Sir William Ferguson, FRS, was an illustrious member of the Clan. 'Annie Laurie' heroine of the song, was wife of Ferguson of Craigdarroch. In Ireland Ferguson is often found in Ulster Province having been introduced there from Scotland during the seventeenth century. The Ferguson family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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Some of the Wexford sept moved to County Cork where Daibhi Murchu is famous for having played his Harp for Grace O'Malley, the Pirate Queen. As a talented family they have produced many artists, sculptors, writers and a very famous actor and playwright, Arthur Murphy. Several branches of the family joined in business with the Powers and Jamesons, the biggest distillers in Ireland. In modern times the name Murphy is very widespread, having being introduced into America and Australia where ancestors bearing the name can be found in even greater numbers than in Ireland. The Murphy family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Finnegan include O'Finnegan, Finegan and Finnigan. There were two distinct septs of Finnegan whose name in Irish is O'Fionnadain meaning 'fair-headed'. One of these septs was located on the border of counties Galway and Roscommon where there are two places called Ballyfinnegan, one in the barony of Ballymoe and the other in the barony of Castlereagh. The other is a Breffney sept. The present day bearers of the name hail chiefly from the localities of their origin, the majority belonging to Cavan and adjacent counties. The Elizabethan Fiants suggest that in mediaeval times Finnegans were also located in County Wicklow. 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Garret Mor, eighth Earl of Kildare, was regarded as King of Ireland. They built many great castles, some of which are still standing today. In succeeding generations many who opposed English Rule were executed in the Tower of London. In literature a well known bearer of the name was Edward Fitzgerald, 1809-1883, author of the 'Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam'. The Fitzgeralds of County Waterford assumed the surname Barron. The Fitzgerald family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. The process of creating these coats of arms began as early as the eleventh century although a form of Proto-Heraldry may have existed in some countries prior to this, including Ireland. 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Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Fitzpatrick include Kilpatrick and Patrick. Meaning 'devotee of Saint Patrick', the great ancestor of these families was Giolla Padraig, the warlike Chief of Ossory who lived in the tenth century. Parts of the Sept are now widespread throughout Ireland, with the greatest numbers in Leix. The most important family, whose head was Lord of Upper Ossory, ruled over Leix and Kilkenny. They were one of the first Irish Septs to lose considerable amounts of wealth and land through their loyalty to King James II. 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Some Surnames were also altered over the years based on how they sounded phonetically, by their sound, and depending on the prevailing political conditions it may have been advantageous to change a name from one language to another. This was especially so in Ireland where most Gaelic names were 'anglicized' at some stage. Variants of the name Flanagan include Flanaghan, Flanagin and O'Flanagan. Meaning 'reddish' or 'ruddy', this Irish name originated in Connacht and came from a Flanagan who was of the same stock as the O'Connors. He held the post of Steward of the Kings of Connacht. They were seated between Mantua and Elphin and were a most prominent sept. Minor septs were of Toorah, in Fermanagh, and Ballybrit in Offaly in the seventeenth century. Donough O'Flanagan, 1308, was Bishop of Elphin, and was famous abroad as well as at home for his hospitality and devotion. 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