The surname Mallet has a fascinating history of Irish descent. It is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Giolla Mhaoil, meaning son of the servant of the tonsured one. The Mac Giolla Mhaoil were an influential family in medieval Ireland associated with the religious orders and monastic life.
The Mallets were prominent in County Cork and its surrounding areas, where they held positions of power and influence. They were known for their devotion to the church and their contributions to the religious community. Over time, the name Mac Giolla Mhaoil transformed into various spellings, including Mallet, Mallett, and Mallette.
During the Great Famine in the 19th century, many Irish families were forced to emigrate to escape the devastating effects of the famine. Some Mallet families made the journey to the United States, Canada, Australia, and other parts of the world, spreading the surname across different continents.
Today, descendants of the Irish Mallets can be found in many countries, with a significant presence in the United States, particularly in states with strong Irish immigration, such as New York and Massachusetts. The Mallet surname continues to be a symbol of Irish heritage and the enduring legacy of the Mac Giolla Mhaoil family.
I'm Bóru Mallet, 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 Mallet 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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