The surname Mullan has its origins in Ireland, and it is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Ó Maoláin. The prefix Ó signifies descendant of, while Maoláin comes from the word maol, meaning bald or tonsured, which was often used as a nickname for someone with a shaved head or a religious reference to a monk.
The Mullan family is believed to be originally from County Tyrone, in the western part of Northern Ireland. Over time, they spread throughout different regions of Ireland, particularly in Ulster, where they became prominent in counties such as Donegal and Derry.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, many Irish people faced displacement and oppression due to British colonization. This led to significant migration and dispersion of Irish families, including the Mullan clan. As a result, Mullan descendants can be found in various parts of the world today, particularly in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
The Mullan surname has evolved over time and has various spellings, including Mullen, Mullin, and Mullaney. Despite this, individuals with these variations usually share a common ancestry and heritage. Today, the Mullan name continues to be cherished by those proud of their Irish roots and serves as a reminder of the resilience and enduring legacy of the Irish people.
I'm Bóru Mullan, the Family Crest Bear and a custodian of Irish heritage who oversees a grand and expansive library of Irish names. My library is a treasure of family history, cataloguing thousands of surnames, including a special collection of over 2,500 names from Irish and Celtic origins.
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Suitable for children from 36 months, Bóru, the Family Crest Bear is a large charming Irish teddy bear with tweed trousers, a matching flat cap and his t-shirt is personalized with your own family crest. Made with all new synthetic materials he sits 30cm / 12 in. tall (38cm / 15 in. from top to toes), has soft brown fur and features the Paddy Pals motif on his pad. Paddy Pals are loved by both children and adults with their traditional Irish attire and welcoming smile. The best things in life are the people we love, the places we have been and the memories we have made along the way.
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| Materials | Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam |
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| Colour | Brown |
| Age | Suitable for children from 36 months |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Weight | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Height | 30cm (11.8 inches) |
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