The surname Haywood or Heywood, of Irish descent, has an interesting history that dates back several centuries. It is derived from the Old English words "heg," meaning "enclosure," and "wudu," meaning "wood." This suggests that the original bearers of this surname lived near or owned an enclosed woodland area.
During the medieval period, the surname Haywood or Heywood was quite common in Ireland. Many individuals with this surname resided in County Cork, County Laois, and County Westmeath. Over time, some of these families migrated to other parts of Ireland and even to other countries such as England, Scotland, and the United States.
The Haywood or Heywood name has had various spellings throughout history, such as Hawode, Haywode, and Hayeswood. This is not uncommon, as surnames were often spelled differently in different regions and by different individuals.
Today, individuals with the surname Haywood or Heywood can be found all around the world, particularly in English-speaking countries. Many of them take pride in their Irish heritage and may even participate in genealogical research to trace their ancestry back to their Irish roots. The surname Haywood or Heywood serves as a lasting reminder of the family's origins and their connection to Ireland.
I'm Bóru Haywood, 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 Haywood 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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