Doyle Family Crest photo paper print

Celebrate your family heritage with a gift to to cherish – the Doyle family crest, printed with exquisite detail on high quality photo paper.

Symbolism of the Doyle Crest

The three red stags on the Doyle family crest are rich in meaning. In heraldry, the stag symbolizes peace, harmony, and a noble spirit. Their red colour, known as gules, adds another layer, signifying warrior courage and readiness to defend. The number three is also symbolic, representing balance and strength. The colours blue and gold are also significant. Blue stands for loyalty, truth, and steadfastness. Gold symbolizes generosity and nobility.

Doyle Family History

The surname Doyle is an anglicised form of the Irish Ó Dubhghaill, meaning “descendant of Dubhghall.” The name Dubhghall combines dubh (dark) and gall (foreigner), a term once used for the darker-haired Danish Vikings who settled in Ireland. These Norse settlers arrived during the Viking Age (9th–12th centuries) and gradually integrated into Gaelic society. From this cultural blend, the Doyle surname took hold. Doyle is especially rooted in Leinster, notably Wexford and Wicklow, and stands out as a native Irish name not typically found in Ulster.

About the artist

Each and every crest on this site is a reproduction of an original artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. Éamonn’s designs are methodically researched and based on the earliest available records from a variety of heraldic archives. Acclaimed for their elegance and attention to detail these artworks are especially perfect as gifts for any occasion with family and friends.

Product details

• 10 mil (0.25 mm) thick
• Slightly glossy
• Fingerprint resistant
• Paper sourced from Japan

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!