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The surname Cullen, or O'Cullen, has a long history with Irish origins. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic O Cuileannain, which means descendant of Cuileannan. The name Cuileannan is derived from the word cuileann, which means holly, symbolizing strength and protection in ancient Ireland.
The O'Cullen family was originally located in County Wicklow in the eastern part of Ireland. They held a position of prominence as the chiefs of their territory and were part of the ruling Gaelic class. They were known for their strength and valor in battle and were respected leaders in their community.
During the 17th century, the O'Cullen family, like many other Irish noble families, faced the challenges of English colonization and the resulting political and social upheaval. Many O'Cullens were displaced from their lands and forced into exile or to change their surnames.
Despite the challenges faced by the O'Cullen family, the surname has survived and is still prominent in Ireland and in Irish diaspora communities around the world. Today, people with the surname Cullen or O'Cullen can trace their ancestry back to this noble and ancient Irish lineage, symbolizing the enduring strength and resilience of the Irish people.
I'm Bóru Cullen, 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 Cullen 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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