The surname Bermingham has a rich history of Irish descent. It is believed to have originated from the town of Bermingham in Warwickshire, England. The Bermingham family migrated to Ireland during the Norman invasion of the 12th century and settled in County Offaly. As Anglo-Normans, they quickly assimilated with the local Gaelic population and adopted Irish customs and traditions. The Berminghams became one of the prominent Anglo-Norman families in Ireland and held vast lands and titles. They played significant roles in Irish history, including participating in the Anglo-Norman conquest of Ireland, fighting against the native Irish during the Irish Wars of the 16th century, and even holding positions of power in the Irish Parliament. Over time, variations of the surname emerged, such as Birmingham, Burningham, and Bermingham. The spelling variations often occurred due to different transliterations of the name from Irish Gaelic to English. The Bermingham surname continued to flourish in Ireland for centuries, with many members of the family remaining influential in politics and society. However, during the turbulent years of Anglo-Irish relations and the struggle for Irish independence, some Berminghams left Ireland, seeking opportunities and security elsewhere. Today, people with the Bermingham surname can be found across the globe, particularly in countries with significant Irish diaspora communities. They proudly carry their heritage and contribute to the cultural diversity of their adopted homelands.
I'm Bóru Bermingham, 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 Bermingham 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) |