The surname Bonney has a rich history, particularly among families of Irish descent. The name has its roots in the Gaelic word "buinne," which means "a stream" or "a river." This suggests that the original bearers of the name may have lived near a prominent water source in Ireland. During the Middle Ages, when surnames became more common in Ireland, the Bonney family likely adopted their surname as a way to distinguish themselves from others with the same given name. Surnames often provided information about a person's occupation, physical characteristics, or place of origin. Over time, the Bonney surname spread throughout Ireland and became associated with different branches of the family. As with many Irish surnames, variations in spelling emerged, such as Bonny, Bowney, or Bony. The Bonney name also made its way beyond Ireland's shores during times of migration. Many Irish emigrants settled in countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, taking their surnames with them. This contributed to the global dispersion of the Bonney surname and the establishment of new Bonney family lineages in these regions. Today, individuals with the surname Bonney can trace their ancestral roots back to Ireland. The name carries with it a sense of heritage and connects people to their Irish origins. The Bonney family name stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Irish culture and identity.
I'm Bóru Bonney, 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 Bonney 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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