The surname Coleman has its origins in Ireland, deriving from the Gaelic name Ó Colmáin, which means descendant of Colmán. The name Colmán comes from the word colm, meaning dove, and was a popular given name in ancient Ireland.
The Coleman family history dates back to ancient times in Ireland. The clan originated in County Cork and County Mayo, with branches spreading to other parts of the country throughout the centuries. They were known to be a noble and powerful family, holding significant lands and playing important roles in Irish society.
During the 17th century, when Ireland was under British rule, many Colemans were forced to emigrate due to political and religious conflicts. The Cromwellian conquest in the mid-17th century and the subsequent Penal Laws aimed at suppressing Irish culture and Catholicism led to a mass exodus of Irish families, including the Colemans.
As a result, many Colemans settled in various parts of the world, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Over time, the surname became anglicized and variations such as Coleman, Colman, and Colmane emerged.
Today, individuals with the surname Coleman can be found across the globe, but its Irish origins still hold a significant place in the family's history and identity.
I'm Bóru Coleman, 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 Coleman 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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