The surname North has its origins in the Old English word "norū" which means "north". It was initially used as a topographic name for someone who lived to the north of a particular place or in a region known as "the north". The name was also given as a nickname to someone who had a particularly northern appearance or demeanor.
In the context of Irish descent, the surname North can be traced back to the arrival of the Anglo-Normans in Ireland in the 12th century. Many English settlers were granted lands in the northern regions of Ireland, particularly in Ulster, by the English monarchy. As a result, the surname North became more common among the English and Scottish settlers in these areas.
Over time, the surname North spread to other parts of Ireland through migration and intermarriage. During the 17th and 18th centuries, many Irish people with the surname North migrated to other countries, such as the United States and Canada, due to economic and political factors. As a result, the surname North can now be found in various parts of the world, with individuals of Irish descent bearing this name.
Today, descendants of Irish immigrants with the surname North continue to carry on their ancestral heritage, and the name remains a symbol of their Irish 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) |
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