The surname Denn is of Irish origin and has a rich history dating back centuries. It is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Deághain, which means descendant of Deághan. Deághan is a personal name derived from the Old Irish word deagh, meaning good.
The Denn family has its roots in County Cork, which is located in the southwestern part of Ireland. They were part of the ancient Dál gCais tribal grouping, which was prominent in Munster. The Dál gCais were known for their strong warrior tradition and played a significant role in Irish history.
Over time, the name Ó Deághain evolved and transformed into Denn through Anglicization. Many Irish surnames underwent this process during the English colonization of Ireland. This was an attempt to assimilate the Irish people into English culture, and Anglicizing names was part of this effort.
The Denn family has spread beyond County Cork, and today, individuals with this surname can be found in various parts of Ireland, as well as in other countries where Irish immigrants settled, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
The surname Denn carries with it a sense of Irish heritage and speaks to the ancestral roots of those who bear this name. It is a link to a bygone era and the enduring legacy of the Irish people.
I'm Bóru Denn, 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 Denn 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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