The surname Rossiter has its origins in Ireland, and it is derived from the Gaelic name "O Raighneachtaigh", which means "descendant of Raighneachtach". This Gaelic personal name was composed of the elements "raighne", meaning "brave" or "stately", and "eachtach", meaning "horseman". The Rossiter family was historically associated with County Wexford in southeastern Ireland.
During the medieval period, Ireland was under English rule, and the Rossiter name underwent anglicization. This process involved the adoption of English surnames and the modification of existing Gaelic names. As a result, the name "O Raighneachtaigh" was anglicized as Rossiter.
The Rossiter family played a significant role in Irish history, particularly during the struggles for independence from English rule. They were known for their resilience, bravery, and fierce loyalty to their land and people. Many Rossiters were active participants in various uprisings and rebellions against British domination, fighting for the preservation of Irish culture and identity.
Over time, members of the Rossiter family migrated to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Today, descendants of the Rossiter family can be found in these countries and beyond, carrying on the proud heritage of their Irish ancestors.
I'm Bóru Rossiter, 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 Rossiter 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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