[Eric in the Ozarks]

Boru ?

[bigbob]

the other article said the kids name was “Bo”. Like Obamas dog...

[Blagden Alley]

Seems reasonable, but the first time I’ve seen it.

Think Brian Boru and the battle of Clantorf, 10th century.
Whence O’Brian.

Possibly at that time, Boru was just another first name, or parents’ first name. Think it was a bit early for last names.

[kabumpo]

Brian Boru was a High King in Ireland.