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The surname Doolan or O'Doolan has its origins in Ireland, where it is derived from the Gaelic O Dubhlainn, meaning descendant of Dubhlainn. The prefix O' indicates descendant of, so the surname O'Doolan signifies descendant of Dubhlainn.
The O'Doolan clan was historically located in the region of County Offaly in the Irish province of Leinster. They were a part of the larger O'Conor Faly clan, which was a powerful Gaelic Irish family in the medieval period. The O'Doolans were known for their involvement in local politics and their connection to the ruling families of the area.
Like many Irish surnames, the O'Doolan name underwent anglicization during the period of English rule in Ireland. This led to variations in the spelling of the surname, with Doolan becoming a common alternative to O'Doolan.
Today, the Doolan surname is found not only in Ireland but also in other countries with significant Irish diaspora populations, such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Many individuals with the Doolan surname can trace their ancestry back to the O'Doolan clan and the ancient Gaelic tribes of Ireland.
I'm Bóru Doolan, 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 Doolan 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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