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The surname Dalton has a rich history, particularly among people of Irish descent. It is derived from the Gaelic name Daltún, meaning the descendant of Dalat, which itself stems from the Old Irish word dal, meaning assembly or meeting place. The name denotes someone who originated from a town or village known as Dalat, which could have been located in various regions of Ireland.
The Dalton name can be traced back to medieval times, and its earliest recorded instances are found in historical documents dating back to the 13th century. The surname was primarily associated with the province of Leinster, specifically counties Meath and Westmeath. Over time, as families moved and migrated, the Dalton name spread throughout Ireland and beyond.
In the 16th and 17th centuries, during the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Daltons were displaced from their ancestral lands as a result of political upheaval and the confiscation of Irish lands. Some Daltons went on to support the Irish cause in uprisings and rebellions against English rule.
Today, the Dalton surname remains prominent among the Irish diaspora, particularly in the United States, Canada, Australia, and other countries with significant Irish populations. The Daltons have also established themselves in various professions and have made notable contributions in fields such as law, politics, academia, and arts.
I'm Bóru Dalton, 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 Dalton 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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