The surname Player has its roots in Irish history and can be traced back to ancient times. The name is derived from the Irish Gaelic word "pleáir," which means a player or performer.
In medieval Ireland, there was a class of professional entertainers known as "pleáirí." These individuals were skilled in various forms of entertainment, including music, storytelling, and acting. They would often travel from town to town, performing at festivals, fairs, and other gatherings.
Over time, the surname Player emerged as a way to identify individuals who belonged to this profession. It became a hereditary surname, passed down from generation to generation.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Irish people anglicized their surnames to conform to English naming conventions. As a result, some individuals with the surname Player may have changed their name to a similar English surname, such as "Pleasance" or "Playerman."
Today, the surname Player can still be found among individuals of Irish descent, both in Ireland and in Irish diaspora communities around the world. It serves as a reminder of the rich history of Irish music, storytelling, and performance.
I'm Bóru Player, 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 Player 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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