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The surname Dee has its origins in Ireland, where it is commonly found among families of Irish descent. The name is derived from the Gaelic word Ó Deaghaidh, meaning descendant of Deaghadh. Deaghadh itself is believed to be a personal name derived from the word deagh, meaning good or excellent.
The Dee family was originally associated with County Clare, located in the western part of Ireland. They were part of the ancient Gaelic aristocracy, known as the Uí Díarmada, who were powerful and influential in their region. Over time, the surname Dee spread to other parts of Ireland, including County Donegal and County Limerick.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Irish families were forced to anglicize their names in order to assimilate into English society. As a result, the surname Dee underwent various spelling transformations, such as O'Dea, O'Day, and Dee.
Today, descendants of the Dee family can be found both in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide. The name has also been adopted by individuals of non-Irish descent through marriage and other connections. The surname Dee serves as a reminder of the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Irish people.
I'm Bóru Dee, 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 Dee 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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