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The surname Slater has its origins in Ireland. It is an occupational surname derived from the Gaelic word "sleáiteoir," which means "a slater" or "a roofer." In ancient Ireland, a slater was a craftsman who worked with slates, a type of durable rock used for roofing. The slater would cut the slates into pieces and install them on buildings as a form of protection against the elements.

The surname Slater is mainly found in the northern counties of Ireland, particularly in Ulster. It is believed that the first bearers of this surname were individuals who held positions as slaters in their respective communities. Over time, the surname spread throughout the country and became more common.

During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Irish families were forced to anglicize their surnames for various reasons, including the desire to assimilate into English society and improve social and economic opportunities. As a result, some individuals with the surname Slater may have changed their name to a more English-sounding variation.

Today, individuals with the surname Slater can be found not only in Ireland but also in other parts of the world, particularly in countries with large Irish diaspora communities, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. The name continues to carry the proud heritage and legacy of the slaters of Ireland.

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I'm Bóru Slater, 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 Slater 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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