The surname Birch is of Irish origin and has been prevalent in Ireland since the early Middle Ages. It is believed to have developed from the Gaelic O'Birchigh, which translates to "descendant of Birch". This name Birch is thought to be derived from a nickname meaning ‘bright' or ‘shining', which was likely given to a person with a bright or cheerful personality.
The Birch family was a part of the Gaelic nobility and held a family seat in County Donegal, located in the northwest region of the country. The Birches were known for their martial prowess and were respected for their courage and skill in battle. They were deeply involved in Irish political affairs and were known to be fierce defenders of their territory and their clan.
The surname spread across Ireland and into England and Scotland through migration and intermarriage. Today, the Birch name can be found all over the world, although it is still most commonly found in Ireland and the United Kingdom. Despite its global dispersion, the Birch family remains proud of its Irish heritage and continues to uphold the traditions and values of their ancestors.
I'm Bóru Birch, 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 Birch 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) |
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