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Playford Coat of Arms

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The history of the surname Playford, particularly of Irish descent, can be traced back to ancient times. The name Playford is of Anglo-Saxon origin and derives from the Old English words "plega" meaning "play" and "ford" meaning "a ford." This suggests that the original bearers of the surname lived near a ford where games or sports were held.

During the Norman Invasion of Ireland in the 12th century, many English and Anglo-Norman settlers arrived on the island. It is likely that some of these settlers bore the surname Playford, bringing it to Ireland.

Over the centuries, the surname Playford would have become more established in Ireland as families grew and spread throughout the country. The Irish Playford families would have adopted the local language and customs, integrating into Irish society while retaining their English surname.

It is important to note that while the surname Playford may have Irish roots, it does not necessarily mean that all individuals with this surname are of Irish descent. Surnames can travel with individuals and families as they migrate and settle in different regions, so the surname Playford can also be found in other parts of the world with various ethnic backgrounds.

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I'm Bóru Playford, 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 Playford 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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