The surname Glen, of Irish descent, has an interesting history rooted in ancient Gaelic culture. It is derived from the Irish word gleann, meaning valley. In Ireland, where the landscape is abundant with valleys, the name Glen became associated with those who lived near or in a valley.
The Glen surname emerged during the medieval period, when surnames became more common in Ireland. It was used to identify a person's place of origin or residence, indicating that they hailed from a particular valley. Over time, the name Glen spread throughout various regions in Ireland, carried by families who identified themselves with their ancestral valleys.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, Ireland experienced significant upheaval, particularly due to the English colonization and the subsequent forced displacement of many Irish families. This resulted in the widespread migration of Irish people, including those with the surname Glen, to different parts of the world, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. Today, Glen is a relatively common surname among Irish diaspora communities.
The name Glen carries with it a sense of pride in Irish heritage and a connection to the idyllic landscapes of Ireland. It serves as a reminder of the ancestral valleys from which the bearers of this name originated.
I'm Bóru Glen, 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 Glen 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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