The surname Shield has its origins in Ireland, where it is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mac an tSaoi, meaning "son of the scholar." The prefix "Mac" denotes "son of," while "an tSaoi" refers to a scholar or wise person. The name Shield was likely given to families descended from scholars or who held positions of intellectual or learned authority.
In ancient Ireland, surnames were not commonly used until the 10th century. Prior to that, individuals were identified by their given name, often followed by the name of their father or an important ancestor. The adoption of surnames became more widespread with the introduction of English administration and record-keeping systems.
The Shield surname can be found throughout Ireland, but it is most commonly associated with counties such as Mayo, Galway, and Roscommon in the western part of the country. Many individuals with the Shield surname emigrated from Ireland during the 19th century due to economic hardship and the Great Famine. They settled in various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Today, individuals with the surname Shield can be found in these countries and may have diverse ancestral connections to Ireland.
Overall, the Shield surname has a rich history rooted in Ireland, with its meaning linked to scholarship and learning.
I'm Bóru Shield, 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 Shield 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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