{"title":"McNamara Irish Family Gifts \u0026 Heritage","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcNamara is one of the great names of County Clare, the anglicised form of the Gaelic Mac Conmara — a name built from cú, meaning hound, and mara, meaning of the sea, together read as \"hound of the sea.\" The family belongs to the Dalcassian stock of Thomond, the same broader kin group that produced the O'Brien kings descended from Brian Boru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs lords of Clancullen in County Clare, the McNamaras ranked second only to the O'Briens among the families of Thomond, and they held the hereditary right to inaugurate each new O'Brien king — a role that placed them at the ceremonial heart of Thomond's political life for generations. Their power is written into the Clare landscape in stone: the McNamaras built numerous castles across the county, including the great tower house at Bunratty, one of Ireland's most visited medieval fortresses, and Knappogue Castle, another substantial McNamara stronghold that survives to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the rest of Gaelic Clare, the McNamaras were affected by the Cromwellian and Williamite land settlements of the seventeenth century, and later by the Great Famine, which drove significant emigration from Clare toward Britain, North America, and Australia. The name remains strongly associated with County Clare today, even as it has spread across Ireland and throughout the diaspora over the past two centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection — a Lords of Clancullion tartan throw, garden flag, coasters, mug, license plate, t-shirt, and ornament — celebrates that Thomond inheritance. For the full story of the McNamaras, Bunratty, and Clancullen, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celticancestrygifts.com\/blogs\/news\/mcnamara-irish-surname-history-origins\"\u003eMcNamara surname history\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mcnamara-surname-irish-coat-of-arms-ceramic-ornament-3705103","title":"McNamara Irish Family Crest Ceramic Christmas Ornament","description":"The McNamara Irish family crest ceramic ornament gives one of Clare's great names pride of place on the Irish national tartan. From the Gaelic Mac Conmara, the McNamaras were a leading Dál gCais sept of Thomond, marshals to the O'Briens. This keepsake honours that proud heritage. 💚\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ornament is round, double-sided ceramic, 3 inches wide, with crisp UV LED printing, a pre-drilled hole and a gold cord included for instant display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe McNamara name runs through our wider Irish range too — crest mugs, woven blankets, garden flags and more — so search McNamara in our store to bring the set together.","brand":"MyDesigns","offers":[{"title":"3\"","offer_id":46521977602278,"sku":"MD-103644951","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0437\/3731\/7538\/files\/McNamara-Surname-Irish-Coat-Of-Arms-Ceramic-Ornament-Celtic-Ancestry-Gifts-36552462205158.jpg?v=1778632249"},{"product_id":"mcnamara-irish-surname-coat-of-arms-garden-flag-3732490","title":"McNamara Irish Family Crest Garden Flag","description":"The McNamara Irish family crest garden flag presents the McNamara emblem on the Irish national tartan. From the Gaelic Mac Conmara, the MacNamaras were a Dál gCais family of Thomond who served as marshals to the O'Briens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOLE NOT INCLUDED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe durable poly poplin-canvas banner is printed in crisp, fade-resistant colour and comes in two sizes, 12 by 18 inches and 24.5 by 32 inches, with a top sleeve ready for most standard flagpoles or stands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair it with the rest of the McNamara range — crest mugs, woven blankets and coasters — by searching McNamara in our store.","brand":"MyDesigns","offers":[{"title":"12'' × 18''","offer_id":46541466960102,"sku":"MD-104529998","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24.5'' × 32''","offer_id":46541466992870,"sku":"MD-104529999","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0437\/3731\/7538\/files\/McNamara-Irish-Surname-Coat-of-Arms-Garden-Flag-Celtic-Ancestry-Gifts-36593179427046.jpg?v=1778639163"},{"product_id":"mcnamara-coat-of-arms-irish-tartan-coaster-set-3966867","title":"McNamara Irish Family Crest Tartan Coaster Set","description":"The McNamara Irish family crest tartan coaster set puts the McNamara crest front and centre on the Irish national tartan. From the Gaelic Mac Conmara, the MacNamaras were a Dál gCais family of Thomond who served as marshals to the O'Briens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach set features 3.75-inch square cork coasters with a glossy, full-colour finish and crisp, fade-resistant print, set on a natural cork base that grips the table and protects against heat, scratches and moisture, and they wipe clean in seconds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe carry the McNamara name across more than coasters — crest mugs, woven blankets and garden flags too — so search McNamara in our store to gather the matching items.","brand":"MyDesigns","offers":[{"title":"3.75\" × 3.75\" | Square \/ Cork","offer_id":46722618327270,"sku":"MD-114695730","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0437\/3731\/7538\/files\/McNamara-Coat-Of-Arms-Irish-Tartan-Coaster-Set-Celtic-Ancestry-Gifts-37006935687398.jpg?v=1778664303"},{"product_id":"mcnamara-coat-of-arms-irish-flag-novelty-license-plate-4001295","title":"McNamara Family Crest Irish Flag Novelty License Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis McNamara Family Crest Irish Flag Novelty License Plate sets the McNamara name and crest against an Irish flag design, printed on an aluminum plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMcNamara is anglicized from Mac Conmara, meaning \"son of the hound of the sea,\" and the family served as hereditary marshals to the O'Briens in County Clare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plate is 100% aluminum, about 12\" x 6\", with a silver back and bright white front for a sharp, lasting print. It has two pre-drilled holes for standard mounting screws (not included) and wipes clean with a soft, damp cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's suited to a vehicle, garage, or den, and makes a fitting gift for a McNamara relative or anyone with County Clare roots who wants a practical piece of heritage on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCeltic Ancestry Gifts offers this plate style for many other Irish and Scottish surnames - search McNamara or your own name to see the range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MyDesigns","offers":[{"title":"12\" × 6\"","offer_id":46753299464422,"sku":"MD-116084820","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0437\/3731\/7538\/files\/McNamara-Coat-Of-Arms-Irish-Flag-Novelty-License-Plate-Celtic-Ancestry-Gifts-37062230573286.jpg?v=1778666751"},{"product_id":"mcnamara-coat-of-arms-irish-t-shirt-4064783","title":"McNamara Irish Surname Emblem T-Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe McNamara Irish Surname Emblem T-Shirt puts a crest-style Ireland design behind the McNamara name on a short-sleeve cotton tee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMac Conmara - \"son of the hound of the sea\" - were hereditary Marshals to the O'Brien kings of Thomond and one of the leading septs of County Clare, where the name is still common today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrinted on soft, breathable cotton in a classic unisex fit with a tear-away tag, built to hold its color wash after wash. Available in Irish Green or Black, sizes S through 3XL.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA relaxed everyday tee, well suited to family gatherings or gifting to someone tracing McNamara roots in Clare and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the rest of the Celtic Ancestry Gifts collection for other Irish and Scottish surname designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MyDesigns","offers":[{"title":"S \/ Irish Green","offer_id":46792931541222,"sku":"MD-118396541","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S \/ Black","offer_id":46792931573990,"sku":"MD-118396542","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M \/ Irish Green","offer_id":46792931606758,"sku":"MD-118396543","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M \/ Black","offer_id":46792931639526,"sku":"MD-118396544","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L \/ Irish Green","offer_id":46792931672294,"sku":"MD-118396545","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L \/ Black","offer_id":46792931705062,"sku":"MD-118396546","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ Irish Green","offer_id":46792931737830,"sku":"MD-118396547","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ Black","offer_id":46792931770598,"sku":"MD-118396548","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Irish Green","offer_id":46792931803366,"sku":"MD-118396549","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Black","offer_id":46792931836134,"sku":"MD-118396550","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL \/ Irish Green","offer_id":46792931868902,"sku":"MD-118396551","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL \/ Black","offer_id":46792931901670,"sku":"MD-118396552","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0437\/3731\/7538\/files\/McNamara-Coat-Of-Arms-Irish-T-Shirt-Celtic-Ancestry-Gifts-37163260543206.jpg?v=1778667983"},{"product_id":"mcnamara-surname-irish-heritage-woven-blanket-4698101","title":"McNamara Irish Woven Blanket | Lords of Clancullion Tartan Throw","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe McNamara name is one of the great Gaelic surnames of County Clare — Mac Conmara in Irish, son of the hound of the sea — the family lords of Clancullion in east Clare, one of the principal Gaelic families of the Thomond province that produced Brian Boru and the O’Brien high kings. The McNamaras were the most powerful family in east Clare through the medieval period, their castles dotting the landscape of the county and their power making them one of the key families of the Dal Cais world from which Ireland’s greatest high king descended. This Irish woven blanket features the McNamara family crest against the Irish National Tartan, honouring one of Clare’s most distinguished Gaelic families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McNamara lords of Clancullion held territory in the eastern part of County Clare, the landscape between Lough Derg and the Shannon estuary that was the heartland of the Dal Cais world. Like the O’Briens, the McNamaras descended from the same ancient Dal Cais lineage, and their alliance with the great O’Brien dynasty made them one of the dominant forces in Thomond’s politics through the medieval centuries. The McNamara name today is strongly associated with County Clare and is found throughout the Irish diaspora wherever Clare and Munster families settled across the centuries of emigration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blanket is woven from premium cotton yarn — the McNamara family crest and the Irish National Tartan integrated into the textile structure during weaving, not applied to the surface. Consistent woven depth on both sides, a soft and substantial feel, and traditional fringed edges complete the piece correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: premium cotton yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: woven, not printed — design integral to the textile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable sizes: 52″ × 37″, 60″ × 50″, 80″ × 60″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: traditional fringed edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare: machine wash cold, tumble dry low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAt Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver a sofa, across a reading chair, or displayed as a textile piece in a study or family room — this blanket carries the McNamara name into a home where County Clare and Thomond Irish heritage is part of the everyday. A meaningful piece for any household connected to the lords of Clancullion and the Dal Cais tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCeltic Ancestry Gifts also carries the McNamara name across mugs, apparel, ornaments, wall décor, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MyDesigns","offers":[{"title":"52'' × 37'' \/ Woven Blanket","offer_id":47494676676838,"sku":"MD-142511997","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60\" × 50\" \/ Woven Blanket","offer_id":47494676709606,"sku":"MD-142511995","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80\" × 60\" \/ Woven Blanket","offer_id":47494676742374,"sku":"MD-142511996","price":104.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0437\/3731\/7538\/files\/3fb14216-0c1a-4139-8cb7-7bdc8f6e58dc.jpg?v=1778722434"},{"product_id":"mcnamara-surname-irish-heritage-mug-4706860","title":"McNamara Irish Family Crest Mug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe McNamara name — Mac Conmara in Irish, son of the hound of the sea — is one of the great Gaelic surnames of County Clare, the family lords of Clancullion in the Thomond tradition. 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