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The surname Shortall has its origins in Ireland and has a rich history that dates back centuries. The name is derived from the Irish Gaelic name Ó Siortail, which means "descendant of Siortál." Siortál, in turn, is a personal name derived from the Old Norse name Siguršr, meaning "victory guardian."
The Shortall family is believed to have originated in County Kilkenny in southeast Ireland, where they were prominent landowners and held positions of influence. Over time, the surname gradually spread to other parts of Ireland.
During the medieval period, Ireland underwent significant political and social changes, with various invasions and settlements by Vikings, Normans, and English. These events influenced the development and spread of surnames in Ireland, including Shortall.
The Irish diaspora, caused by factors such as the Great Famine in the mid-19th century, led to the migration of many Irish families to other countries, particularly the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. As a result, the Shortall surname can now be found in numerous countries around the world.
Today, individuals with the surname Shortall continue to celebrate and honor their Irish heritage, preserving the history and traditions of their ancestors.
I'm Bóru Shortall, 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 Shortall 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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