The surname Brinkley, particularly when considering Irish descent, has its roots intertwined with the complex tapestry of British and Irish genealogy. While not a traditional Irish surname, Brinkley may have been brought to Ireland during the colonization periods, such as the Plantation of Ulster in the 17th century, by settlers of English origin.
The name itself is of Old English locational origin, typically from the pre-7th century. It is believed to have derived from a place called Brinkley in Cambridgeshire, England. The name is composed of two elements: brinc, meaning brink or edge, and leah, signifying a wood or clearing. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'the wood by the brink' or the edge of a slope.
Over time, as English and Scottish families settled in Ireland, their surnames became part of the country's nomenclature. The descendants of these settlers might have adapted and assimilated into Irish culture, carrying the Brinkley surname through generations in Ireland.
Due to the waves of migration from Ireland, particularly during and after the Great Famine of the mid-19th century, the surname Brinkley would have also found its way to other countries, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, where many Irish diaspora settled. Thus, the Brinkley name, of potential English origin, became part of the broader narrative of Irish emigration and heritage.
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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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