The surname Cumberland has an interesting history, particularly among those of Irish descent. The name originates from the region of Cumberland in England, which was named after the ancient British kingdom of Cumbria. During the medieval period, many Irish families migrated to England, and it is believed that some adopted the surname Cumberland as a way to identify their origins from the region.
The surname Cumberland also has ties to the Plantations of Ireland, which were a series of land confiscations and settlements carried out by the English Crown in the 16th and 17th centuries. Many English settlers were granted land in Ireland, and some of these settlers took on the name Cumberland as a way to assert their English identity. Additionally, the surname may have been given to Irish individuals who served in the Cumberland Regiment, a British Army regiment that was active in Ireland during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Over time, the surname Cumberland became more commonly associated with families of Irish descent. Many individuals with this surname can be found throughout Ireland, particularly in counties such as Cavan, Donegal, and Monaghan. Today, the name Cumberland is a testament to the complex history and cultural intertwining between England and Ireland.
I'm Bóru Cumberland, 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 Cumberland 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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