The surname Lennard has its origins in Ireland and is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Lonaird," which means "descendant of Lonard." The name Lonard itself is a Gaelic form of the Old Germanic name "Leonhard," which means "brave lion." It is believed that the Lennard family originally settled in County Kilkenny in the southeastern part of Ireland.
Over time, the Lennard family spread to other parts of Ireland, particularly County Cork and County Waterford. They became part of the Gaelic aristocracy and held positions of influence and power. They were known for their landownership and their involvement in local politics.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, Ireland experienced a period of English colonization and the Lennard family, like many other Irish families, faced significant challenges and changes. Some members of the family chose to anglicize their surname to Leonard, while others retained the original Gaelic form.
Today, the surname Lennard is found both in Ireland and in countries with a significant Irish diaspora, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. Many individuals with the surname Lennard take pride in their Irish heritage and continue to celebrate their cultural roots.
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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) |