The surname Kercher is of Irish descent and has an interesting historical background. It is derived from the Gaelic name "MacThoirdealbhaigh," meaning "son of Toralbhach," which itself comes from the Old Norse personal name "Þórdaldr." The Irish variant of the name evolved over time and eventually became Kercher. During the medieval period, Ireland experienced numerous invasions and migrations, resulting in the assimilation of various cultures and languages. This led to the blending and transformation of surnames, including the evolution of the name MacThoirdealbhaigh into Kercher. The Kercher family likely originated in the province of Ulster, which is located in the northern part of Ireland. Ulster was heavily influenced by Norse and Scottish settlers, which could explain the Norse origin of the name. Many Irish families, including the Kerchers, faced hardships and challenges throughout history, such as the Great Famine in the 19th century. This forced many individuals to emigrate to different countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. As a result, the Kercher surname can be found in various parts of the world today. Overall, the history of the Kercher surname is deeply rooted in Irish ancestry and reflects the complex cultural and historical landscape of Ireland.
I'm Bóru Kercher, 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 Kercher 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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