The surname Holtby has its origins in England, specifically in the Northern counties of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. It is derived from the Old Norse word "holt" which means "wood" or "copse," and "by" which means "farm" or "settlement." Therefore, Holtby can be translated to mean "dweller by the wood farm" or "person from the wooded settlement." Although the surname Holtby is primarily associated with English origins, there are instances where individuals with the surname can trace their ancestry back to Ireland. It is believed that these Irish Holtbys are descendants of English settlers who migrated to Ireland during the period of English colonization in the 16th and 17th centuries. During this time, many English families, including the Holtbys, moved to Ireland in search of better economic opportunities or were sent there as part of English colonization efforts. These settlers often assimilated into Irish society and intermarried with the local population, leading to the establishment of Irish Holtby families. While the Irish Holtbys may be a minority within the overall Holtby surname, they still carry the same English origins and meanings associated with the name. Today, individuals with the surname Holtby, regardless of their Irish ancestry, can be found around the world, but primarily in England and its former colonies, including Ireland.
I'm Bóru Holtby, 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.
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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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