The surname Nathan, though commonly associated with Jewish heritage, also has a lesser-known history of Irish descent. The name originated as a patronymic surname, meaning it was derived from the given name of an ancestor. In this case, Nathan is derived from the Hebrew name Natan, which means gift or to give.
The Irish connection to the surname Nathan can be traced back to the 17th century. During this time, Ireland experienced a period of religious and political turmoil, known as the Cromwellian conquest, under the rule of Oliver Cromwell. Many Irish families were uprooted from their ancestral lands and forced to emigrate. Some of these families took on English surnames, including Nathan, to assimilate into their new surroundings.
Over time, the surname Nathan became established within the Irish diaspora. Today, individuals with the surname Nathan of Irish descent can be found in different parts of the world, especially in countries with significant Irish immigration, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. They have continued to preserve their Irish heritage while carrying the surname Nathan, which originated from their Jewish ancestors.
I'm Bóru Nathan, 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 Nathan 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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