| HERALDIC BIRDS | |||
| Name | Meaning | Image | Irish Example |
| Martlet/Swallow |
One who has been disposessed of land. Sign for fourth son.
In Ireland the Martlett was the bird of perpetual movement. |
|
McGill
McCoy |
| Eagle |
Protector, a person of action, noble nature, power, strength.
In Ireland the eagle, along with other birds, was regarded as one of the 'demons of the air' and was thus a very popular and powerful charge. |
|
Harrison
Dunne |
| Peacock | Beauty, pride |
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| Swan |
A musical person, poetry, harmony
In Ireland the Swan was regarded as the bird that bore the spirit of a dead Celtic Chieftain sway to the next life. |
|
Sinnott |
| Dove |
Love, Peace.
In Ireland the Dove was regarded as the bird of God. |
|
Nash
Sheehan |
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