The surname Saunders has roots in both English and Irish origins. In the case of Irish descent, the name can be traced back to the Gaelic surname Mac Sándair, which means "son of Alexander". The name Alexander was a popular given name in Ireland due to its association with the medieval warrior king, Alexander the Great.
During the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century, many English settlers arrived and intermarried with the native Irish population. It is during this time that the surname Saunders would have been introduced to Ireland.
Over the centuries, the surname Saunders became anglicized and adapted to the Irish language and culture. Irish families with the surname Saunders could be found in various parts of the country, including counties Kerry, Cork, and Wexford. These families often held prominent positions in society, such as landlords or merchants.
In modern times, the surname Saunders is still fairly common in Ireland. Many descendants of Irish Saunders families have emigrated to other countries, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, spreading the name further across the globe. Today, the surname Saunders serves as a link to Irish heritage and ancestry for many individuals around the world.
I'm Bóru Saunders, 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 Saunders 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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