The surname Bushnell, of Irish descent, has a rich history that dates back centuries. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Ó Brosnacháin, meaning "descendant of Brosnachán."
The name Brosnachán is derived from the word "brosna," which means "a small branch" or "a shrub" in Irish. The original family name can be traced back to County Kerry in southwestern Ireland. The Bushnell family were likely descendants of the ancient Gaelic sept known as the Ui Brosnacháin.
During the medieval period, Ireland underwent various waves of invasions and colonization, which brought about changes in Irish surnames. Many Irish families, including the Bushnells, anglicized their names to fit into the English-dominated society. The spelling variations of Bushnell include Bushell, Bushill, and Busnell.
In later years, members of the Bushnell family emigrated from Ireland to various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Today, the surname Bushnell can be found among Irish diaspora communities worldwide.
The Bushnell name carries with it a proud legacy of Irish heritage and resilience, representing the strength and endurance of the Irish people throughout history.
I'm Bóru Bushnell, 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 Bushnell 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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