The surname Lightfoot has its roots in the ancient Irish culture and can be traced back to the Gaelic language. In Irish, the original form of the name was Liath Fhada, which translates to long grey one in English. The name was likely derived from a physical characteristic or a description of someone's appearance, perhaps referring to someone with light or grayish hair.
During the medieval period, Ireland experienced significant political and social changes, including the arrival of the Anglo-Normans. This led to the integration of Norman naming practices, such as the adoption of surnames, among the Irish population. Many native Irish families, including those with the name Lightfoot, began to assume surnames around this time.
Over the centuries, the Lightfoot surname expanded and spread across various regions of Ireland, including Ulster, Leinster, and Connacht. The name was often anglicized, particularly during the era of British colonization, resulting in different spellings such as Lythfote and Lythefote.
Today, individuals with the surname Lightfoot of Irish descent can be found around the world, particularly in countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, where many Irish immigrants settled. The name Lightfoot serves as a connection to Irish heritage and a reminder of the rich history and cultural diversity of Ireland.
I'm Bóru Lightfoot, 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 Lightfoot 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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