The surname Nevill, also spelled Neville, has a rich history rooted in Ireland. The name can be traced back to the Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century. The first recorded bearer of the name was Richard de Neuville, who arrived in Ireland with Strongbow, the Norman conqueror. Richard and his descendants settled in County Wexford and became prominent landowners.
Over time, the Nevills spread throughout Ireland and established themselves in various regions. They held positions of power and influence, particularly in County Cork and County Limerick. The family also intermarried with other prominent Irish families, cementing their status and connections.
During the Tudor era, the Nevills remained influential, with notable members such as Sir Henry Nevill, who served as the Vice-President of Munster. However, with the arrival of Oliver Cromwell and the subsequent English Protestant ascendancy, the family's influence began to decline.
Despite this decline, many Nevills continued to play significant roles in Irish society. Some prominent Nevills migrated to other parts of the world, such as the United States and Australia, where they contributed to the shaping of new communities.
Today, the surname Nevill or Neville carries with it a proud Irish heritage, representing a connection to the Norman invaders and the subsequent development of Ireland.
I'm Bóru Nevill, 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.
We invite you to search this extraordinary library, a realm where each name tells a story. Embark on an engaging journey to uncover your family name hidden within these vast archives. In a distinctive and personalized offering, Bóru Nevill allows you to immortalise your family's name and crest on his t-shirt, transforming it into a proud emblem of your family history.
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) |